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In case your learning goals cannot be met with the use of an already developed management simulation there is of course the possibility to develop a game to your specific needs. Sometimes an adjustment to an existing game will do, or we can develop a new game, tailor-made upon your wishes. As the name suggests, no two tailor-made programs are similar, but in general, we distinguish the following components:

Research

Thorough research is of the utmost importance when developing a successful game. The research will define the functionalities and the goals of the game. All this of course in close cooperation with the client.

Design

One always will have to remember that a game is a model based upon reality. When designing the simulation this will mean many choices on what to in- or exclude. Reality consists of many relations and factors. A well-designed model is a simplified reproduction of a relevant part of this reality, to make this accessible, understandable and yet manageable.

Development

The development phase is the period in which the game is actually produced. This also includes the facilitator’s materials. The closure of this phase comprises an extensive test procedure.

Execution

In this phase it is crucial to organize the facilitation of the game, apart from the actual execution of the management simulation. The goal is of course not only to have a smooth running game, but above all to be able to translate the game experiences to the predefined learning goals.

Do our existing games not meet your organization’s specific learning needs? In that case, you might be better served with a tailor-made game: an adjusted version of an existing game, or a newly developed game.

 

How do we create your custom business game?

While no two tailor-made programs are similar, in general, we distinguish the following four components:

Research

Thorough research is crucial in the development of a successful game.

The research, conducted in collaboration with the client, will result in defining:

1. The function and audience of the game;
2. The aim and goals of the game;
3. How users can achieve these goals.

Design

A well-designed game model is accessible, understandable, and easy-to-use for participants.

It is important to note that a game is merely a model of reality, a complex web of relations, connections, and factors. During the design, we select and define the limits for a simplified version of (the relevant part of) reality.

Development

During this phase, our specialists develop the game. This also includes the facilitators’ materials. This phase is completed after extensive testing of the software.

Execution

During the last phase, both the actual execution of the simulation and the facilitation of the session(s) are crucial. The aim is to not just create a good game, but a game that meets the predefined goals.

 

Would you like to know more?

Simenco develops business games for different organizations. Would you like to know which game is most suitable for your organization? Are you looking for a custom made game? Feel free to get in touch.