How do you build an Obeya room?

Setting up your room based on the Leading with Obeya method forms the foundation for successful execution.

Determine the size of your canvas

The layout of your Obeya is shown on a board built up from rows and columns. Each column consists of nine rows the size of an A5 page. For every section, such as the Strategic direction, you decide how many columns you need. Together, all columns form the canvas of your Obeya. If you run out of space, you can simply add more columns. This flexible approach makes sure your Obeya room always keeps up with your team’s needs.

Mobile or fixed

When choosing a suitable space for your Obeya, you need to decide between a fixed or mobile setup. A dedicated room, such as a meeting room, offers the benefits of continuity and availability. Here you can mount boards on the wall or use movable boards like the Mobile Pro. If you are dealing with a shared space used by different teams, a mobile setup may be more convenient. After use you can fold and store the boards, keeping the space flexible for others.

Just start, learn and grow

The most important thing when setting up an Obeya room is to simply get started. Do not wait for the perfect moment or the perfect setup, because in practice things always turn out differently than planned. By starting, teams learn what works for them and what does not, allowing the method to grow organically within the organisation. Make sure your Obeya room is flexible enough to grow along with these developments. A system like the Mobile Pro offers the flexibility and scalability needed to continuously adapt your Obeya room to your team’s needs.

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