# What is Labs?

> Short session with a few slides to introduce Open Innovation Labs, its use cases and the format of Labs residencies.

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## Slides

The latest version of slides for the session are available [here](https://drive.google.com/open?id=1TKZGhoRJH9Y6TLQWtcDOWy1M_FDXixqateRNrfpIykI)


## Facilitation Materials Needed

* Teams in table size of 4 to 6
* Sticky Notes - small square size on each table
* Sharpie Pens (1 per person) on each table
* Need to be able to play sound from slide presentation (which includes video)



## Facilitation Guidelines

* Early interactive acitivty to get each participant to think and write down what Labs is
* Presentation of the slides
* Show short Labs promotion video
* This session may generate lots of questions and kick-start discussions. This is a great opportunity to use the car park / parking lot if you think the answers will naturally emerge during the 4 days.