6. The Edinburgh Festivals Innovation Lab
Realising potential
Using technology to address needs
Finding ideas & making them happen
Working across festivals and networks
7. Edinburgh and the web
Rich & diverse
Participatory & democratic
Always evolving
A unique platform full of potential
8. Projects
Potential project areas could include:
Navigating the festivals
Re-creating the Edinburgh experience
Making the festivals greener
Digital programming across festivals
9. Processes
What makes a good idea?
Getting ideas from inside & outside
Events, challenges & online platforms
10. Networks
The Innovation Lab as an invitation
Collaboration as a key to success
Open door to all types of partner
11. People & Learning
Ensuring legacy within festival teams
Festivals as microcosm of sector
Sharing knowledge & learning
New thinking about cultural innovation
12. What are our next steps?
1. Recruitment of Geek-in-residence
2. Conversations & building networks
3. Developing processes & project slate
4. Work closely with festivals & groups
