Quick Answer: Plinkromatic, Kromatic’s free innovation management game used in organizations and business schools worldwide, now includes three expanded lessons covering how to calculate expected returns, how to invest small in ideas then double down based on data, and how pivots impact ROI. As innovation leaders, we can use it to practice portfolio investment decisions in an interactive format that makes these principles tangible and actionable.

Hi there,

tl;dr: Three new lessons on Pivots, Costs, and Calculating Expected Returns in our updated portfolio tool Plinkromatic! Please play and let us know what you think.

 

We’ve updated Plinkromatic - our canonical game about innovation management played in organizations and business schools all over the world!

It’s come a long way since the original version used to facilitate live workshops. Our new version has three expanded lessons to help innovation leaders understand:

• How to calculate expected returns.

• How to invest in small ideas then double down based on data.

• How pivots impact ROI.

If you’re on this list, you know Plinkromatic is a bit of a passion project for me. I’ve invested a ridiculous amount of effort in it because it’s been so effective at conveying the principles of innovation management in a simple way.

You also might notice it’s a bit snazzier with new images and a little bit of shine to it.

So I’d love your feedback on the new lessons.

We’re giving you early access before the general public, so please give us your honest early feedback. What’s hitting the mark? Is it fun?

You are the new VP of Innovation in this game - so get started and start investing in new ideas!

Don’t forget to check out our other free Kromatic resources – we are always here to help you invest in today, tomorrow, and the future!

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Plinkromatic and how does it teach innovation management?

Plinkromatic is Kromatic’s canonical game about innovation management, used in organizations and business schools worldwide. It puts you in the role of a VP of Innovation and teaches you how to manage an innovation portfolio through interactive lessons on calculating expected returns, investing in small ideas before doubling down based on data, and understanding how pivots impact ROI.

What new lessons were added to Plinkromatic?

The updated Plinkromatic includes three expanded lessons: how to calculate expected returns, how to invest in small ideas then double down based on data, and how pivots impact ROI. These lessons help innovation leaders better understand portfolio investment decisions and manage their innovation pipelines more effectively.

How does Plinkromatic teach the concept of pivots and their impact on ROI?

One of Plinkromatic’s three new lessons focuses specifically on how pivots impact ROI. As innovation leaders, we need to understand that pivoting isn’t just a strategic shift — it has real financial consequences for our portfolios. The game helps convey this principle in a simple, interactive way that makes the concept tangible.

Can I use Plinkromatic for innovation management training at my organization?

Yes — Plinkromatic is already played in organizations and business schools all over the world. It originated as a tool to facilitate live workshops and has since evolved into an expanded digital experience. It’s designed to convey the principles of innovation management in a simple, engaging way, making it well-suited for team training and education.

Is Plinkromatic free to play?

Yes, Plinkromatic is available as a free tool through Kromatic’s innovation resources. You can access it along with other free resources Kromatic offers to help innovation leaders invest in today, tomorrow, and the future.

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