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Strategic realignment through reader integration
The magazine "Zeitlupe" has reinvented itself to perfectly match the wishes and needs of the 60+ generation. By actively gathering reader feedback, it has developed topics and content that really matter to its readership. The result is a magazine that not only informs and entertains, but also reflects the real lives of the target group.
Student Journey rethought
BrainE4 is optimizing the student experience at a leading Swiss university of applied sciences. Targeted feedback from alumni, prospective students and current students was used to identify potential for improvement in various areas. This deep and broad-based understanding of needs and wishes enabled the development of flexible, market-driven educational offerings.
Democratic participation in the Lenzburg forest
In Lenzburg, BrainE4 was used to actively involve local people in planning the future of their forest. This open invitation to participate brought together 213 fresh ideas, which were prioritized by citizens in 11,521 rounds of voting. This resulted in a plan that is not only based on broad consensus, but also takes into account the different needs in terms of infrastructure, leisure and nature use.
Innovative co-creation in the education sector
Something new has been tried out in Hedingen: Together with the residents, ideas were collected for the school room design of the future. For four weeks, anyone could make suggestions on how the school space should be designed. Over 6,000 votes were cast and a large number of ideas were submitted.
Innovating together
Aveniq wanted to redesign its offering in the Finance & Services department - with a team approach that focuses on innovation. The goal? To find real, innovative solutions that make a difference for internal customers.
Leadership training with the US Air Force
The DAGGER pilot program represents a pioneering educational and training approach that blends the dynamic world of video games - especially Minecraft - with conventional teaching methods. The use of BrainE4 allowed this innovative program to be carefully evaluated and further developed based on direct feedback and the active participation of the participants.
Fostering innovation in the insurance sector
A leading Swiss insurance company used BrainE4 to support their Idea.Jam, an initiative to promote innovation. This initiative aimed to bring together employees from different departments to jointly develop innovative business ideas for the topic of "Housing & living in the third phase of life".
Shaping the future of Switzerland together
The National Exhibition with BrainE4 is about asking the big questions that affect us all: What should the future of Switzerland look like? It is an opportunity to develop new ideas and strengthen our cohesion as a society.
Optimizing the framework conditions for SMEs
The Hightech Zentrum Aargau (HTZ) launched an innovative IdeaARENA to improve the framework conditions for SMEs in Switzerland. Almost 100 members took part in this participatory dialog process and contributed their opinions and ideas. The discussion focused on issues relating to financing, the reduction of bureaucracy and knowledge transfer, which are of key importance to SMEs.
Shaping the member experience at KMU Swiss
The KMU Swiss Symposium has given the go-ahead for an exciting project: Together with the members, they want to redesign the member experience at KMU Swiss. All members were invited to tell us openly what they want and need. With the help of BrainE4, they were then able to submit their ideas directly and provide feedback.
Increasing employee satisfaction
A company was faced with the problem that many employees were leaving and the reasons for this were not clear. To solve this, they started a process with BrainE4 to find out what employees really think and feel.
Neighborhood electricity initiative in Turgi
The Neighborhood Electricity Initiative was launched in Turgi. Together, they have focused in particular on solar power (photovoltaics), collecting and evaluating ideas. The great thing about it? They were not only able to check whether their previous ideas were sound, but also discover completely new approaches.
ZHAW Library in dialog with students
The ZHAW Library has redefined the dialog with students. Locations in Winterthur, Zurich and Wädenswil used BrainE4 for direct feedback and co-design. This approach tailored services precisely to student needs, encouraged co-creation and significantly improved the library user experience.
SGVW Fall Conference
At the SGVW's fall conference, BrainE4 focused on collaboration to discuss the digital future in Switzerland. Together with the Zurich University of Applied Sciences, experts from all kinds of fields were invited to share their thoughts and ideas.
Strengthening regional development
In Sursee-Mittelland, the Regional Development Agency (RET) launched an exciting project to advance the region together with its inhabitants. The aim was to discover hidden opportunities for growth and development through joint participation and by bringing together all the bright minds in the region.
Shaping New Work
In a Legal Lounge, with the support of BrainE4, experts discussed artificial intelligence (AI) in the world of work. They are of the opinion that AI could soon take over 80% of all routine tasks, while at the same time the knowledge of employees can flow together in a "super brain". This progress opens up new avenues for creativity and collaboration.
Automated driving
The Swiss Transit Lab investigated what people really think about self-driving buses in the city of Schaffhausen. They found out what they want and what worries them. These insights were incorporated into the improvement of STL line 13.
Coworking at the Macherzentrum Lichtensteig
Together with BrainE4, the Macherzentrum Lichtensteig has brought a breath of fresh air to the coworking scene. Now that working from home was no longer compulsory, they were looking for new ways to make the coworking spaces more appealing.
Building renovation in Lichtensteig
Lichtensteig was faced with the task of renovating around 100 old buildings in order to increase the value of the properties and the town's income. To achieve this, the town launched a project to renovate the buildings with the help of BrainE4. An open exchange with the property owners was encouraged in order to develop new renovation ideas together.
Shaping the future of agriculture together
"Agriculture of tomorrow" used BrainE4 to work with citizens and experts to consider how agriculture can become more environmentally friendly and efficient.
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