AY202223 Oct Innovation Practicum_Study Guide (Student Version).pdf

TEMASEK
POLYTECHNIC
INNOVATION PRACTICUM BBT3012
Oct 2022/23
Subject Synopsis
The subject introduces knowledge and skills essential to develop
innovative prototypes based on a business idea or problem. This
includes topics such as the design thinking framework to solution
prototyping, project documentation and developing effective reports and
presentations.
"The application of ideas that are novel and useful. Creativity, the ability to generate novel and
useful ideas, is the seed of innovation but unless it’s applied and scaled it’s still just an idea."
David Burkus
"An innovation is a feasible relevant offering such as a product, service, process or experience with a
viable business model that is perceived as new and is adopted by customers." Gijs van Wulfen
"The implementation of creative ideas in order to generate value, usually through increased
revenues, reduced costs or both." Jeffrey Baumgartner

Innovation Practicum (BBT3012) Study Guide
Page 1 of 23 Last update: 14 Oct 2022
TEMASEK POLYTECHNIC
SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
Subject Title : Innovation Practicum – BBT3012
Year/Semester : AY 2022/23 Senior Year / Oct Semester
Credit Units : 4 CUs
Subject Aims :
• apply information technology skills and relevant business knowledge
to develop a business prototype solution;
• apply problem-solving and prototyping skills and;
• develop innovative thinking, collaborative and teamwork skills.
Instructional Hours : Apply design thinking framework : 22 hrs
Develop a prototype : 26 hrs
Project findings and recommendations : 12 hrs
Total Project Hours : 60 hrs
1. Subject Outline:
1.1 Objectives
General Learning Objectives:
Students should be able to apply their business skills and technical knowledge within
an integrated practical project.
a. Apply design thinking framework to a solution.
b. Develop a prototype to solve a business problem.
c. Present the project findings and recommendations.
1.2 Teaching and Learning Methods:
Consultations
These consultations, which may be conducted either in small groups or
individually will provide students with opportunities to deepen their critical
thinking and analytical skills. Students will also be able to enhance other
important functional competencies such as effective communication and
problem-solving skills.

Online Learning
Students will be able to access various online resources provided by tutors.
This may include the use of the TP LMS, cloud/collaborative learning tools, e-
meeting tools, web apps and multimedia viewing websites for self-independent
learning and keep their fingers on the pulse of the industry.
Assessment Structure:
Components Marks Percentages
4.1 First Prototype Presentation
(Group – 20% & Individual – 10%)
100 30
4.2 Final Prototype Presentation
(Group – 20% & Individual – 15%)
100 35
4.3
Final Report
(Group – 10% & Individual – 10%) 100 20
4.4 Peer Appraisal (Individual)
- 5% in Final Prototype Presentation
10 5
4.5 Individual Contribution and Attitudes as
observed by tutor and Industry
Showcase & Presentation in
MeetingYoungMinds 2022 (Individual)
20 10
Grand Total 100
Individual Components 50%
Group Components 50%
Notes:
• For the scope of Innovation Practicum, besides complete the project sponsor’s
requirements (if any), the First and Final Prototype Presentation will be
assessed on the innovative solutions in functions and features and business
processes.

4. Grouping Structure
4.1 Role of Project Supervisor
• To endorse the project scope after the students have obtained the approval
of the project
• Advise the project group during the project development, including task
allocation, and development plan.
• Check the students’ attendance and weekly progress
• Make sure the project group document their weekly progress, discussion
and updates in their weekly progress log.
4.2 Role of Project Leader
• Develop, monitor and ensure the group adhere to the project schedule and
attendance
• Prepare project plan and obtain management approval of the project plan
from the school and project supervisor
• Coordinate management and technical decisions.
• Keep all stakeholders (including Supervisor) informed the progress of the
project
• Establish and publish clear priorities among project activities.
• Arbitrate and resolve conflict and interpersonal problems among group
members.
4.3 Role of Project Group Members
• Play the role of the system developer
• Complete the allocated tasks
• Make sure to complete all functions and features of the prototype suggested
by the Panel of judges
• Cooperate with the rest of the group
• Provide input and feedback
* Note: Project Supervisor will NOT be debugging FIGMA/Adobe XD for any project
group.

5 About Prototype Presentations and Final Report Submission
• Every group member must present some parts of the functionalities and
features for all presentations. Members who are absent without a valid
reason would be awarded zero marks for the component. Due to the nature
of the presentation/demonstration, there will be no make-up presentation for
students absent without valid reasons. Those absent with a valid reason
will be awarded the group component marks only for that presentation.
• Each group has to set up its prototype and be ready to present at least 5
minutes before the start of the presentation.
• A penalty of 5% of the awarded marks will be imposed on the group
that is late for presentation. Also, a penalty of 5% of the awarded marks
will be imposed for exceeding the designated time.
• Submit a softcopy of your presentation hand-outs to your supervisor by the
end of the presentation.
• Wear a name tag to help us identify you (Please type and make sure the
judges can read your name from a distance away (Appendix 10)). Before
you start your presentation, introduce yourself, but not the other
group members.
➢ Attire for presentation: Proper business attire.
Male Female

Appendix 1 : Guidelines on Group Formation
Appendix 2 : Guidelines on Project Scenarios
Appendix 3 : Guidelines on Project Proposal
Appendix 4 : Guidelines on First Prototype Demonstration
Appendix 5 : Guidelines on Final Prototype Demonstration
Appendix 6 : Guidelines on Class Participation
Appendix 7 : Guidelines on Final Documentation & Weekly Progress Log
Appendix 8 : Guidelines on Peer Evaluation (Online submission)
Appendix 9 : Guidelines on Weekly Progress Log Template
Appendix 10 : Guidelines on Nametag
Note: The information given are correct at the time of publication, and are
subject to change.

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INNOVATION PRACTICUM
Group Formation
• Students are to form groups of 4 to 5 members.
• Each group is strongly encouraged to address on areas of gaps based on their
SIP company situation innovatively and according to the scenario listed in
Appendix 2.
• Group members are responsible for their work, as well as the work of the whole
group. In this respect, at any time during the project, all group members must
have a copy of weekly progress log on the work done by the entire group.
Failure to do so will result in zero marks awarded for the group.
• Subject tutor will be the supervisor for each group
• Group forming is permanent, no request for change will be entertained after the
list is submitted.

Appendix 2
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Project Focus (Group)
The term sustainability is refers to four distinct areas: human, social, economic and
environmental – known as the four pillars of sustainability.
Human sustainability aims to maintain and improve the human capital in society.
Investments in the health and education systems, access to services, nutrition,
knowledge and skills are all programs under the umbrella of human sustainability.
Social sustainability aims to preserve social capital by investing and creating
services that constitute the framework of our society. It means to preserve future
generations and to acknowledge that what we do can have an impact on others and
on the world. Examples are Childcare, Education, Inclusion, Community Outreach,
Poverty alleviation, Senior care, Healthcare, Sport, Diversity in the workplace etc
Economic sustainability aims to maintain the capital intact. It refers to the efficient
use of assets to maintain company profitability over time. A more recent approach to
economics acknowledges the limited incorporation of the ecological and social
components in this model. New economics is inclusive of natural capital (ecological
systems) and social capital (relationships amongst people).
Environmental sustainability aims to improve human welfare through the protection
of natural capital (e.g. land, air, water, minerals etc.). Initiatives and programs are
defined as environmentally sustainable when they ensure that the needs of the
population are met without the risk of compromising the needs of future generations.
Examples are switch to renewable energy and reduce CO2 via green technology,
promote reclycing, implement digital transformation, improve processes and design
cycle by switching to innovative technologies/using environmentally friendly materials,
plant and preserve trees and forests (oxygen producing).
If a company is focusing only on profit (the economic side), it’s not sustainable because
the environment, society, and the people will sooner or later present the bill.

Sustainable development is the sweet spot where human, social, environmental, and
economic needs can be satisfied all at the same time without neglecting one other.
For example, a business is sustainable when is:
• Profitable and growing
• Cares about its employees by paying reasonable salaries, offering benefits and
education
• Cares about the local community and society at large by supporting local
charities
• Respecting the environment thanks to sustainable product design and green
technologies
This is because sustainable development is at the intersection of the human, social,
economic, and environmental types of sustainability.
Excerpt and edited: https://www.futurelearn.com/info/courses/sustainable-business/0/steps/78337
https://sustainability-success.com/four-pillars-of-sustainability/
Project Scenario
With Singapore Green Plan 2030 underway, your SIP *SME (Small and Medium-sized
Enterprises) company is mindful of its importance and would like to contribute to the
sustainability of Singapore within their capacity in the next few years.
Your group is tasked to develop an innovative mobile app (prototype) on sustainability
in either business domain or at community level.
Examples of the sustainable related apps can be found here:
https://theecohub.com/sustainability-apps/
Project Group must submit a Proposal (Refer to Appendix 3) for approval by 28 Oct
2022, 11:59pm via MS Teams site.
*Small and Medium-sized Enterprises are companies with annual turnover <S$100m,
or employ <200 workers, they are a key pillar of Singapore's economy, contributing
48% of its GDP, employing about 65% of its workforce and constituting 99% of all its
enterprises.

Deliverables
• Presentation Deck: In Microsoft PowerPoint
• Prototype: To build a Native Mobile App in either Figma / Adobe Xd. Refer
guide in LMS.
The penalty for late submissions for all deliverables for this
subject are as follows:
Late Submission Penalty
Less than or equal to 24 hours after
deadline
10% of maximum marks
More than 24 hrs to less than or equal to
48 hrs after deadline
20% of maximum marks
After 48 hours Will not be marked – XF

Appendix 3
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Project Proposal (Group)
• Please limit Proposal to not more than 2 pages.
The following serves as a guideline for the group to consider when submitting your
project feasibility study and proposal (Refer to Appendix 2 for Project Ideas):
Team: MP## Theme: Sustainability
Name (Admin Number):
Members:
Project Title:
Project
Descriptions:
Problem
Statements:
The problem statement is a concise description of an issue to be addressed or
a condition to be improved upon. It identifies the gap between the current
(problem) state and desired (goal) state of a process or product. You may
need to conduct market research and a SWOT analysis to compare your
propose solutions with applications in the market.
Propose
Functions and
Features
Be realistic. Given the timeframes, the number of members in a team, your
technical abilities. Propose functions and features that you are able to
complete within 3 months.
Appendix 4

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First Prototype Presentation (100 marks) 30%
Duration: Presentation 20 minutes, plus 5 minutes for Q&A
(Rehearse your presentation to ensure that it does not exceed the allotted
time.)
The first Prototype Presentation will be assessed based on:
Part 1
Description
Max Score
Development 47
Introduction and problem (does it sufficiently
articulate the problem? What were the research
done?)
10
Innovative solutions proposed (does the solutions
proposed innovative enough as compared to the
current solutions with clear differentiation?)
10
Market research done and supported with
evidence, Affinity Map, Customer Journey Map &
Design thinking (showcase understanding about
the patterns and critical observations of the issues
identified and how.) Personas (help to understand
users’ needs, experiences, behaviours,
expectations and goals.) which covers the pillars
of sustainability.
27
Prototype (demo in prototyping platform) 20
Prototype has one to two features (with good
process flow) in the prototype tool chosen.
Proposed Functions and Features (relevant and
innovative through design thinking map)
10
Aesthetics (is it attractive and fun to use?) 10
Subtotal: 67
Part 2 Presentation and contribution
• Effective presentation
• Effective time management
• Engaging delivery of the presentation
• Individual contribution relevant & substantial
• Well verse in the area covered
33
Prototype
Demonstration
Subtotal: 33
Total 100

Submissions:
Submit a copy of your presentation slides via MS Teams Tutorial Site before your
presentation in week 6.
All groups are strongly encouraged to check out the Resources in LMS.

Appendix 5
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Final Prototype Demonstration (100 marks) 35%
Duration: 20 minutes/group, plus 5 minutes for Q&A.
The Final Prototype Demonstration will be assessed based on:
Part 1
Description
Max Score
Development 25
Problem have been address fully after the first
prototype presentation feedback (does it
sufficiently articulate the full extent of the
issues?)
5
Innovative solutions proposed (does it
demonstrate your understanding of issues and
processes identified?)
10
Updated Affinity Map, Customer Journey Map,
Persona and Design thinking map (showcase
understanding about the patterns and critical
observations of the issues identified after
feedback.)
10
Prototype 32
Interactive usability (interface uses clean and
natural processes flow?)
7
Completeness (proposed functions, features
and features are complete and with good
depth with at least 5-6 thourough features)
20
Aesthetics and Creativitity (is it attractive and
fun to use?)
5
Subtotal: 57
Part 2 Presentation and Contribution
• Effective presentation
• Effective time management
• Engaging delivery of the presentation
• Individual contribution are relevant and
substantial
• Well verse in the area covered
43
Prototype
Demonstration
Subtotal: 43
Total: 100

Submissions:
Submit a copy of your presentation slides via MS Teams Tutorial Site before your
presentation in week 16.
All groups are strongly encouraged to check out the Resources in LMS.

Appendix 6
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Class Participation Assessment (20 marks) 10%
1. Individual Contribution and Attitudes as observed by tutor (10 marks)
It will be graded by Project Supervisor throughout the whole semester:
• The supervisor will assess the individual’s innovative competency and
contribution towards the whole project, including the contribution from
MeetingYoungMinds.
• Students will be assessed on attitudes towards learning and teamwork.
• The individual group member must be able to showcase the tasks
completed by him/her at the weekly meetings and in all Prototype
Presentation.
2. Industry Showcase & MYM Presentation (10 marks)
• Invite company representatives and other guests to the MYM event.
• All group members must be present during MYM to explain the innovative
solutions to visitors and guests.

Appendix 7
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Final Submission (100 marks) 20%
CREATE INCREMENTAL DOCUMENTATION: WRITE AND MAKE NOTES
WHENEVER YOU HAVE COMPLETED ANY FEATURES OR FUNCTIONALITIES.
1. Report (Softcopy submitted via MS Teams):
• Introduction: A short description and functional overview of your
prototype
• User’s guides - Interface and Functional Specification (When this is
completed, anyone who reads it should have a very clear idea about
what the application is going to do and what it is going to look like. It
should read very much like an instruction manual or cookbook, with
step-by-step descriptions of what happens and how the individual
elements of the application work together.)
• All user’s guides MUST include a screen capture of the prototype step-
by-step with text annotation.
Report Guide
The report should be in MS Word, Arial font, font size 12 in single line
spacing in not more than 30 pages.
1 Cover Page Include the title of the project
and your group member
names and adminission
number with signature.
2 Project Overview Give a brief description of the
project clearly and what issues
your group are addressing.
3 Market Research done with evidence Showcase why the proposed
idea is relevant with market
research through survey,
interview etc.

4 User guide Essentially like an instruction
manual which provides step-
by-step descriptions of what
happens and how the
individual elements of the
application work together.
2. Marketing/Publicity Video (submitted via MS Teams):
To be presented during the Final Prototype Demonstration.
• Showcase your prototype functions and features within 2 mins.
• The Video File must be saved in MP4 format
3. Weekly Progress Log (Softcopy submitted via MS Teams):
• Each group must record the progress log every week after each week’s
consultation with tutor and submit it by the end of each week latest.
• Make sure all members and Supervisor acknowledge the progress log
before each presentation. All Changes after each presentation will not
be accepted.
• After each presentation, include all feedback given by your tutor in the
progress log.
• Please refer to Appendix 9 for the template.

Appendix 8
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Peer Appraisal (10 marks) – Total: 5%
1. You will assess your peers’ (project group members) level of participation and
involvement based on the following criteria:
• Project Performance
➢ Organization of work
➢ Quality of work
➢ Quantity of work
➢ Project management
• Attitude
➢ Attendance in meetings
➢ Punctuality
➢ Participation in discussion
➢ Commitment to learning and exploring new subject areas
➢ Taking ownership of tasks/responsibilities assigned
***Attention***
Please note that after the final prototype presentation, you are to submit Peer
Assessment (5%) for all group members.
• Students who receive a “D” for peer assessment will have 20% deducted
from his/her overall project marks.
• Students who receive an “F” for peer assessment will have 40% deducted
from his/her overall project marks.
• Group that awarded “D” or “F” to their members may need to attend the
Board of Query to share the reasons of grading. Hence it is important to
document down everything from the beginning via MS Teams or any other
tools (records of meeting, tasks allocation with timeline and submission
evidence etc).
2. This exercise will be done online. The links for peer evaluation will be in the
LMS after the Final Prototype Demonstrations.
3. Students who do not submit their peer evaluation by the deadline will get ZERO
marks for this component.
4. NO extension will be allowed if students did not complete the peer evaluation
after the deadline.

Appendix 9
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Weekly Progress Log (20 marks 10%)
Present: Signature
(1)
Name
Signature
(2)
Name
(3)
Name
(4)
Name
(5)
Name
Absent:
Project Supervisor:
Date: DD / MMM / YYYY
Time:
WORK TO COMPLETE THIS WEEK
In this section, you should highlight open issues or
outstanding tasks during the past week that the group
managed to complete over the week. Completed by
when:
Member 1
Member 2

Member 3
Member 4
Member 5
WORK PLANNED FOR THIS WEEK
Provide an overview of the work you want to complete this
week and any milestones or deliverables you expect to
meet.
Action by when:
Member 1
Member 2

Member 3
Member 4
Member 5
OPEN ISSUES
This section should contain a list of open issues along
with their status. (if any) Remarks:
• Progress log must be submitted to MS Team tutorial site by the end of
each week.
• This progress log must be updated when necessary and acknowledged
by all members immediately after the weekly facilitation.
• No changes will be allowed after each submission.

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