The science behind Off the Map

Research shows that teams perform better when communication patterns are made explicit and behavior can be discussed, rather than remaining implicit and unspoken. Off the Map makes these patterns visible through an AI-driven gaming experience, in which participants not only think about, but above all experience and reflect on their own behavior.

The approach is based on scientific insights from psychological safety (Amy Edmondson), cognitive diversity (Scott Page), and experiential learning, among others. Teams learn more effectively when they receive immediate feedback and can examine their own choices and interactions. This leads to deeper insights and more sustainable behavioral change than traditional, theory-driven training.

During the game, participants receive real-time feedback at both the individual and team levels. Research shows that this direct feedback and reflection are crucial for behavioral development and effective collaboration. The result is a shared language, enabling teams to better leverage differences in perspective and deal more constructively with tension, uncertainty, and complexity.

Strengthening psychological safety has demonstrable effects: teams in which people feel safe to share ideas, doubts, and mistakes show more innovation, better decision-making, and higher engagement. In addition, studies show that effective team communication leads to higher productivity and fewer losses due to misunderstandings and inefficient collaboration.

Scientifically substantiated elements in Off the Map

Gameified learning experiences

Interactive scenarios and challenges stimulate divergent thinking, inclusion, and problem solving. Research shows that organizations that use gamification experience up to 60% higher engagement in learning activities, and that 75% of organizations indicate that gamification makes training more effective.

Personalized learning experiences (AI-driven)

Off the Map tailors feedback and insights to individual choices and behavior. Personalized learning paths increase learning performance by an average of 20%, and 70% of employees indicate that they prefer learning that is tailored to their personal needs.

Real-time team and performance data

The game provides data-driven insights into collaboration and team dynamics. 73% of HR leaders say such insights are essential for strategic decision-making. Organizations that use these insights to guide their decisions demonstrably save costs by making better choices in leadership and team development.

Virtual simulations for conflict and problem resolution

Realistic scenarios prepare teams for difficult conversations and tensions. Research shows that 80% of participants feel better prepared to deal with conflicts, and that targeted training reduces conflicts by an average of 15%.

Gamified creativity and innovation challenges

Teams participating in such challenges show up to 15% higher innovation output. 70% of organizations report improved creative problem-solving skills when teams work in this way.

Scientific guidance

The development of Off the Map involved intensive collaboration with Dr. Marcia Goddard and Dr. Karin Remmerswaal, both experts in the field of behavior, learning, and performance.

Dr. Marcia Goddard, neuroscientist and psychologist. Her expertise in brain-behavior relationships and experience with high-performance environments, including Formula 1 teams, has contributed to translating scientific insights into a practical, applicable learning experience for organizations outside of elite sports.

Dr. Karin Remmerswaal, Doctor of Medicine and Health Care Psychologist. Her scientific and clinical expertise in the field of behavioral change and effective interventions has contributed to a careful and substantively sound approach to how people learn, reflect, and develop sustainable behavioral change, both individually and within teams.

Together, they have contributed to a substantively strong and carefully constructed learning experience that demonstrates how people learn, reflect, and develop sustainable behavioral change, both individually and within teams.

This joint development ensures that Off the Map is based on scientific insights from psychology and neuroscience, among other fields, while also being directly applicable in the daily practice of organizations.