Obeya Association

Get Ready for the Obeya Summit! 🚀 This week the Obeya Summit will take place on November 15 at DeFabrique in Utrecht, and we couldn't be more excited! 🌟 With a Playground full of amazing companies ( CoVince,  bikablo, Bizzuals ,Visual Workplace B.V.,  Neuland GmbH & Co. KG,  AgileWalls,  iObeya)  that help you set up Obeya's in both physical as well as digital forms, here is iObeya, revolutionizing the way companies scale their Obeya rooms digitally. From seamlessly integrating external data sources to connecting tier levels with KPIs, iObeya is set to transform your organization! With a live demo and expert insights to take your Obeya practices to the next level. Tickets? Here you go: https://lnkd.in/edX8JKYb  Learn more about iObeya at: https://www.iobeya.com/ #ObeyaSummit #Obeya #iObeya #Leadership #Collaboration

How should Agile coaches, Lean managers, and Scrum masters grow their skills in 2025? Expand your skill set in the field of Obeya. You’ve got everything you need to fast-track yourself toward becoming an Obeya professional at full speed. Get started on your journey today ➡️ https://lnkd.in/evqkw6Mi 

The most powerful way to understand something, is by experiencing it firsthand. And there’s an even stronger lesson when things don’t go as planned—that’s when learning strikes like lightning, especially if it happens in a friendly, safe environment, like a game. This is William van der Maas of Towson’s philosophy when training people to host Obeya sessions. On November 15 at the Obeya Summit, he’ll create a space where you can safely experience what unfolds when an Obeya session slips into chaos. In this hands-on session, you’ll gain firsthand insight into why strong Obeya management is essential and see how a skilled Obeya Host can steer a session toward success. In this interactive simulation, you’ll find yourself in the midst of a chaotic scenario filled with miscommunication and confusion, helping you appreciate the true impact of structure and preparation.  Are you ready to play? Join the Obeya Summit and jump right in! Tickets are still available. https://lnkd.in/edX8JKYb #obeya #obeyahost #obeyasummit

What happens when you step—perhaps for the first time—into a room filled with information presented visually, like an Obeya? The sheer amount of squares, swim lanes, and sticky notes can feel overwhelming, as though you've entered Alice's Wonderland, with colors and shapes everywhere. This initial rush of sensation hits before you even take a closer look at what’s actually being conveyed. Once you’ve processed it, you reach a point where calm and focus can set in: What's the story here? That’s Benjamin Sibbald’s of Prowareness  favorite question in any Obeya. For Benjamin, the goal is a clear, readable story that emerges as you scan the room. It’s not just storytelling; it's effective information design. With a thoughtful approach, Obeya rooms can transform from mere data hubs into inspiring, goal-oriented spaces that foster collective engagement and purpose. On November 15 at the Obeya Summit, Benjamin will host a session to demonstrate, through real-world examples, how aligning your Obeya’s design with your organization’s vision and progress journey fosters engagement, ownership, and a shared sense of direction. There’s even a practical template to help set you up for success! Tickets are still available! https://lnkd.in/edX8JKYb #informationdesign #visualmanagment #obeya

We know the presenters of the Obeya Summit 2024 are ready—so, so ready. They are well prepared to rock their roll and share their stories of insight and inspiration. Whether the session is about psychological safety, visual product development, leadership, visual management, a real Obeya journey, or any of the other diverse topics on the line-up, we can’t wait for you to experience them. Let's go, Martin van den Berg, Jim Benson Tonianne DeMaria, Dieter Strasser William van der Maas, Gwendolyn Galsworth, PhD,  Meinke Vermande  Alize Hofmeester🎯🌱, Jimmy Sjölund, Jelger Haanstra Aneliya Evtimova, Cynthia de Jager,  Eric Rozemeijer, Feiko Van der Kolk, Janneke Ruiter,  Laurens Bonnema,   Madelon Verheij, Niels Loader,  Myrna Stevens,  Sanne van Hoolwerff,  Sarah Siebel-Janssen,  Yoram Meijer, Miriam Lorenzo-Miske MBA,  Sebastiaan Tiemens, Roel de Ponti, Steve Martin,  Dennis van de Rieth,  Benjamin Sibbald and ✏️Olaf Bublitz   You can still join, listen, interact, and connect with all of them live. Get your tickets today at https://lnkd.in/edX8JKYb #obeyasummit2024

Ensuring the Right Voices 🔍 As Obeya hosts, we recognize that the success of our endeavors hinges on having the right people involved. It's not enough to simply gather a group; we must ensure that every voice is heard and every perspective is valued. So, how do we ensure that the right people are involved? It starts with intentional planning and thoughtful consideration. We need to assess the skills, expertise, and perspectives required to tackle the challenges at hand. 👉 Ensuring inclusive participation means actively seeking out diverse viewpoints and experiences. It's about creating an environment where everyone feels welcome and empowered to contribute their unique insights. 🔍 As Obeya hosts, we have a responsibility to champion inclusivity and diversity in our teams. We must actively engage with stakeholders, solicit feedback, and ensure representation from all relevant parties. 🚀 Let's embrace the mindset that success is a collective endeavor, fueled by the contributions of every team member. By ensuring that the right voices are involved, we can pave the way for excellence in Obeya building. #InclusiveParticipation #DiversePerspectives #TeamEmpowerment #CollaborativeSuccess Ready to become an Obeya host? 🎓

Co-creation. In flow. Being in motion. Moving with ease.   These are such beautiful states of being, and they're healthy too as they enable connection on a deeper level, creating interaction with a strong ripple effect. The world could benefit from more of these stress-easing, energy-fueling states of being. Our recipe? Organize an event that brings together people with big hearts and minds who want to make the world a better place. And pour your very everything into it to support their contribution.   The event we’re talking about: the 2nd edition of the Obeya Summit, which is coming very soon. This week was filled with dry runs and presenter meet-ups to set everyone involved up for success. Our key takeaway: the event is going to be amazing. There is a big group of beautiful people giving it their best to make it incredible. We couldn't be more grateful for their help! Time to introduce the team that will supercharge the energy throughout the day to get every detail in flow: Martin van den Berg,  Jacqueline Oud,  Jochem Hövels Marilia Falsetti,  Leonie Boschker  Mirjam Bouwman and Theo Bannister   We can't wait to share all this awesomeness that is coming up with the rest of the world. You can still join, tickets are here for you: https://lnkd.in/edX8JKYb #obeyasummit2024

Organizations today face increasing complexity, and many are struggling to manage the overload of tasks and decisions. Obeya offers a clear way to navigate this challenge by helping teams visualize their work, align with the bigger picture, and collaborate effectively. If your expertise lies in Agile, Lean, Change Management, and/or Visual Management, integrating Obeya can improve the impact you’re already making. It's not just about adding another service—it's about creating a deeper transformation for the organizations you work with. Ready to explore how Obeya can elevate your approach? Let’s connect and see what’s possible.👩💻 https://lnkd.in/eEgKi7jp #Obeya #TrainingPartnership #businessgrowth #GlobalNetwork #futureleadership

Looking for a space to share your Obeya challenges, questions, or thoughts? The Open Obeya Café is a small community-driven event designed just for that. Whether it’s something that's been bothering you, or simply an Obeya-related question that needs a wider perspective, this is the place to have meaningful conversations and gain insights. Every last Friday of the month, we come together for: - Sharing stories, experiences, and best practices 📖 - Growing our collective knowledge 🌱 - Have fun while learniing together This small, members-only event is a part of the #Obeya community, powered by the Obeya Association. It’s an intimate gathering that offers big impact, valuable insights, and a lot of smiles. If you're not yet a member, there's every reason to join and become part of our vibrant, friendly community. Come connect with fellow enthusiasts and discover new ways to elevate your Obeya journey! https://lnkd.in/eG8g8QUF #OpenObeya #ObeyaCommunity #ContinuousImprovement #ObeyaAssociation #LeanLeadership

The work you (and others) do often remains invisible or overlooked, "performed in the shadows of others."* But imagine if our work were brought into the light. How would this change the way we’re valued—by ourselves, by others, and within our organizations? Consider a workplace designed not just for operational efficiency but to make contributions visible, meaningful, and truly valued. Visual management systems like Obeya are increasingly showing us their true purpose—not just to drive efficiency, but to honor human dignity. When we use Obeya, we’re not simply arranging boards and charts for display; we’re creating spaces where individual efforts are acknowledged and celebrated in real time. Behind each metric and chart lies something profound—a system that respects and uplifts each person’s contribution, making it part of a shared, visible story of success.  *This beautiful quote (and more) was written by Tonianne DeMaria of Modus Institute written in her inspiring, soul-touching blog. We are honored to feature her work on our website as part of her contribution to the Obeya Summit, where she will deliver a keynote on November 15. If you’re ready to create a workplace where every person’s value is visible and recognized, do join us.  https://lnkd.in/eqhjugfF #obeya #visualmanagement #humaneworkplace