MINIMA provides a simple, pragmatic and structured approach to initiate and steer innovation in the public sector.
It is designed to support public administrations in introducing innovation in a controlled, realistic and sustainable way, taking into account organisational maturity, strategic objectives and the specific constraints of the public sector.
Consolidate to innovate.
Innovation is a progressive process. Before introducing change, existing practices, processes and structures must be stabilised and clarified in order to create room, capacity and legitimacy for innovation.
MINIMA acknowledges the specific constraints of public administrations, particularly in terms of:
MINIMA can be applied at different levels of an administration.
MINIMA can be used as a framework to:
This applies both at:
MINIMA can also be applied to:
In this context, MINIMA provides a clear structure to frame decisions, manage uncertainty and ensure learning.
The same model applies in both cases. The difference lies in scope and responsibility, not in the logic of the model.
MINIMA distinguishes three types of innovation, represented as concentric circles:
These circles help public administrations innovate at the right level, with governance, resources and indicators adapted to each type of innovation. Not all initiatives aim at the outer circles. Progression depends on context, capacity and strategic intent.
MINIMA structures innovation activities through six iterative steps:
Select a simple and shared methodological basis, adapted to the targeted type of innovation, and integrate user experience considerations from the outset.
Anchor innovation within existing governance structures and create concrete feasibility conditions, particularly in terms of time and budget.
Define a clear direction, prioritise focus areas and reduce silos, in line with user needs and internal capacities.
Test with real users, adjust based on concrete feedback, and decide on controlled deployment.
Measure impact and learning to support decision-making, make results visible and capitalise on experience.
Sustain what works by anchoring it in the organisation, or explicitly stop what does not create value.
MINIMA is iterative by design. Each cycle consolidates practices, strengthens organisational capabilities and prepares the ground for more ambitious forms of innovation when appropriate.
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