Nidolab
@nidolab.be
Nido offers a safe nest for a government that dares to innovate. As an innovation lab, we collaborate with citizens, businesses, academics, and civil servants to strengthen innovation in the public sector.
🚀 A wave of innovation enthusiasm!
For Nido, FPS Health, Food Chain Safety and Environment launched a search for a Junior Innovation Manager — and we received over 70 applications!
#PublicSectorInnovation #InnovationLab #Talent #Recruitment #InnovationInGovernment #Collaboration
For Nido, FPS Health, Food Chain Safety and Environment launched a search for a Junior Innovation Manager — and we received over 70 applications!
#PublicSectorInnovation #InnovationLab #Talent #Recruitment #InnovationInGovernment #Collaboration
October 15, 2025 at 1:28 PM
🚀 A wave of innovation enthusiasm!
For Nido, FPS Health, Food Chain Safety and Environment launched a search for a Junior Innovation Manager — and we received over 70 applications!
#PublicSectorInnovation #InnovationLab #Talent #Recruitment #InnovationInGovernment #Collaboration
For Nido, FPS Health, Food Chain Safety and Environment launched a search for a Junior Innovation Manager — and we received over 70 applications!
#PublicSectorInnovation #InnovationLab #Talent #Recruitment #InnovationInGovernment #Collaboration
Last week, we visited Ghent University — Master in Public Administration and Management — to engage students in the next edition of the Federal Innovation Award 2026: the Student Challenges Award.
We also couldn’t help but wonder. Were they enthusiastic about the challenge? What’s your guess? 😉
We also couldn’t help but wonder. Were they enthusiastic about the challenge? What’s your guess? 😉
October 9, 2025 at 6:57 AM
Last week, we visited Ghent University — Master in Public Administration and Management — to engage students in the next edition of the Federal Innovation Award 2026: the Student Challenges Award.
We also couldn’t help but wonder. Were they enthusiastic about the challenge? What’s your guess? 😉
We also couldn’t help but wonder. Were they enthusiastic about the challenge? What’s your guess? 😉
🚀 Still time to join! The submission deadline is 18 December.
This week, almost ten universities and colleges have shown interest in engaging their students to work on federal challenges. 🙌
#innovation #federalservices #students #publicsector #future #belgium
This week, almost ten universities and colleges have shown interest in engaging their students to work on federal challenges. 🙌
#innovation #federalservices #students #publicsector #future #belgium
September 26, 2025 at 8:59 AM
🚀 Still time to join! The submission deadline is 18 December.
This week, almost ten universities and colleges have shown interest in engaging their students to work on federal challenges. 🙌
#innovation #federalservices #students #publicsector #future #belgium
This week, almost ten universities and colleges have shown interest in engaging their students to work on federal challenges. 🙌
#innovation #federalservices #students #publicsector #future #belgium
✨ Applied Skills to Innovate ✨
Dive into the rich material waiting for you on the Nido website
👉 French: lnkd.in/eMVKqVHQ
👉 Dutch: lnkd.in/eNDrWMff
Dive into the rich material waiting for you on the Nido website
👉 French: lnkd.in/eMVKqVHQ
👉 Dutch: lnkd.in/eNDrWMff
September 25, 2025 at 8:28 AM
✨ Applied Skills to Innovate ✨
Dive into the rich material waiting for you on the Nido website
👉 French: lnkd.in/eMVKqVHQ
👉 Dutch: lnkd.in/eNDrWMff
Dive into the rich material waiting for you on the Nido website
👉 French: lnkd.in/eMVKqVHQ
👉 Dutch: lnkd.in/eNDrWMff
In just one week, we’re hosting another inspiration session: “Anyone Can Innovate”. Almost 300 civil servants have already registered!
🔗 Register now to secure your spot! lnkd.in/gRZ2PRYM
#PublicSectorInnovation #InnovationLeadership #InnovationSkills
🔗 Register now to secure your spot! lnkd.in/gRZ2PRYM
#PublicSectorInnovation #InnovationLeadership #InnovationSkills
September 9, 2025 at 10:04 AM
In just one week, we’re hosting another inspiration session: “Anyone Can Innovate”. Almost 300 civil servants have already registered!
🔗 Register now to secure your spot! lnkd.in/gRZ2PRYM
#PublicSectorInnovation #InnovationLeadership #InnovationSkills
🔗 Register now to secure your spot! lnkd.in/gRZ2PRYM
#PublicSectorInnovation #InnovationLeadership #InnovationSkills
“If you’re not confused, you’re not paying attention.” – Tom Peters.
Happy exploring! 🌍✨
👉 In Dutch: lnkd.in/eQssU4Gi
👉 In French: lnkd.in/eR9EyX-w
#FuturesThinking #PublicSectorInnovation #Exploration #FutureOfGovernment #Inspiration #Foresight
Happy exploring! 🌍✨
👉 In Dutch: lnkd.in/eQssU4Gi
👉 In French: lnkd.in/eR9EyX-w
#FuturesThinking #PublicSectorInnovation #Exploration #FutureOfGovernment #Inspiration #Foresight
September 4, 2025 at 11:34 AM
“If you’re not confused, you’re not paying attention.” – Tom Peters.
Happy exploring! 🌍✨
👉 In Dutch: lnkd.in/eQssU4Gi
👉 In French: lnkd.in/eR9EyX-w
#FuturesThinking #PublicSectorInnovation #Exploration #FutureOfGovernment #Inspiration #Foresight
Happy exploring! 🌍✨
👉 In Dutch: lnkd.in/eQssU4Gi
👉 In French: lnkd.in/eR9EyX-w
#FuturesThinking #PublicSectorInnovation #Exploration #FutureOfGovernment #Inspiration #Foresight
💡 How do you innovate when resources are limited, yet expectations remain high? Discover the story on our website:
In Dutch: lnkd.in/esfhAiXj
In French: lnkd.in/eJwknFXj
#PublicSectorInnovation #FrugalInnovation #HealthCare #RIZIV #innovationstrategy
In Dutch: lnkd.in/esfhAiXj
In French: lnkd.in/eJwknFXj
#PublicSectorInnovation #FrugalInnovation #HealthCare #RIZIV #innovationstrategy
September 2, 2025 at 2:27 PM
💡 How do you innovate when resources are limited, yet expectations remain high? Discover the story on our website:
In Dutch: lnkd.in/esfhAiXj
In French: lnkd.in/eJwknFXj
#PublicSectorInnovation #FrugalInnovation #HealthCare #RIZIV #innovationstrategy
In Dutch: lnkd.in/esfhAiXj
In French: lnkd.in/eJwknFXj
#PublicSectorInnovation #FrugalInnovation #HealthCare #RIZIV #innovationstrategy
Be part of the public sector innovation movement in Belgium!
➡️ Subscribe to the Nido newsletter: lnkd.in/ej-PWazH
#PublicSectorInnovation #GovernmentInnovation #Belgium #InnovationInGovernment #FutureOfGovernment #BelgiumInnovation #NidoNews #PolicyInnovation #PublicServiceInnovation
➡️ Subscribe to the Nido newsletter: lnkd.in/ej-PWazH
#PublicSectorInnovation #GovernmentInnovation #Belgium #InnovationInGovernment #FutureOfGovernment #BelgiumInnovation #NidoNews #PolicyInnovation #PublicServiceInnovation
June 30, 2025 at 6:47 PM
Be part of the public sector innovation movement in Belgium!
➡️ Subscribe to the Nido newsletter: lnkd.in/ej-PWazH
#PublicSectorInnovation #GovernmentInnovation #Belgium #InnovationInGovernment #FutureOfGovernment #BelgiumInnovation #NidoNews #PolicyInnovation #PublicServiceInnovation
➡️ Subscribe to the Nido newsletter: lnkd.in/ej-PWazH
#PublicSectorInnovation #GovernmentInnovation #Belgium #InnovationInGovernment #FutureOfGovernment #BelgiumInnovation #NidoNews #PolicyInnovation #PublicServiceInnovation
Innovation takes courage – and RIZIV is proving it. This week, RIZIV hosted the Innovation Circle with remarkable ambition. In a world where public services face growing complexity and tighter budgets, they’re not waiting for ideal conditions – they’re creating momentum now. #InnovationLeadership
June 20, 2025 at 6:22 AM
Innovation takes courage – and RIZIV is proving it. This week, RIZIV hosted the Innovation Circle with remarkable ambition. In a world where public services face growing complexity and tighter budgets, they’re not waiting for ideal conditions – they’re creating momentum now. #InnovationLeadership
📢 Call to Belgian universities and colleges!
Let’s make room for innovation with/for citizens!
In Dutch: lnkd.in/eh4-CU6Z
In French: lnkd.in/embGfbNP
#FederalInnovationAward #FIA2026 #NidoLab #PublicInnovation #HigherEducation #ModernState #Students #University #College #Belgium #PublicService
Let’s make room for innovation with/for citizens!
In Dutch: lnkd.in/eh4-CU6Z
In French: lnkd.in/embGfbNP
#FederalInnovationAward #FIA2026 #NidoLab #PublicInnovation #HigherEducation #ModernState #Students #University #College #Belgium #PublicService
June 16, 2025 at 2:04 PM
📢 Call to Belgian universities and colleges!
Let’s make room for innovation with/for citizens!
In Dutch: lnkd.in/eh4-CU6Z
In French: lnkd.in/embGfbNP
#FederalInnovationAward #FIA2026 #NidoLab #PublicInnovation #HigherEducation #ModernState #Students #University #College #Belgium #PublicService
Let’s make room for innovation with/for citizens!
In Dutch: lnkd.in/eh4-CU6Z
In French: lnkd.in/embGfbNP
#FederalInnovationAward #FIA2026 #NidoLab #PublicInnovation #HigherEducation #ModernState #Students #University #College #Belgium #PublicService
We’re excited to announce our partnership with the Federal Public Service Health, Food Chain Safety and Environment
👉 Read more in the article below.
In Dutch: lnkd.in/eqpxKnvk
in French: lnkd.in/efynnnER
#InnovationInGovernment #PublicSectorInnovation #Collaboration #CapacityBuilding #belgium
👉 Read more in the article below.
In Dutch: lnkd.in/eqpxKnvk
in French: lnkd.in/efynnnER
#InnovationInGovernment #PublicSectorInnovation #Collaboration #CapacityBuilding #belgium
June 11, 2025 at 2:10 PM
We’re excited to announce our partnership with the Federal Public Service Health, Food Chain Safety and Environment
👉 Read more in the article below.
In Dutch: lnkd.in/eqpxKnvk
in French: lnkd.in/efynnnER
#InnovationInGovernment #PublicSectorInnovation #Collaboration #CapacityBuilding #belgium
👉 Read more in the article below.
In Dutch: lnkd.in/eqpxKnvk
in French: lnkd.in/efynnnER
#InnovationInGovernment #PublicSectorInnovation #Collaboration #CapacityBuilding #belgium
1/2 | Frugal Innovation in action at RIZIV/INAMI!
Last week, we facilitated a hands-on workshop with Annick Mertens. Managers tackled a real case using our frugal innovation canvas - sparking fresh ideas and real energy to keep going.
#FrugalInnovation #NidoLab
Last week, we facilitated a hands-on workshop with Annick Mertens. Managers tackled a real case using our frugal innovation canvas - sparking fresh ideas and real energy to keep going.
#FrugalInnovation #NidoLab
May 27, 2025 at 8:55 AM
1/2 | Frugal Innovation in action at RIZIV/INAMI!
Last week, we facilitated a hands-on workshop with Annick Mertens. Managers tackled a real case using our frugal innovation canvas - sparking fresh ideas and real energy to keep going.
#FrugalInnovation #NidoLab
Last week, we facilitated a hands-on workshop with Annick Mertens. Managers tackled a real case using our frugal innovation canvas - sparking fresh ideas and real energy to keep going.
#FrugalInnovation #NidoLab
1/3 🚀 Can the public sector do more with less?
Innovation thinker Navi Radjou says yes — through frugal innovation.
It’s not about austerity, but about doing things differently: smarter, leaner, more human.
💬 “Frugality doesn’t mean less. It means better.”
Innovation thinker Navi Radjou says yes — through frugal innovation.
It’s not about austerity, but about doing things differently: smarter, leaner, more human.
💬 “Frugality doesn’t mean less. It means better.”
May 8, 2025 at 1:16 PM
1/3 🚀 Can the public sector do more with less?
Innovation thinker Navi Radjou says yes — through frugal innovation.
It’s not about austerity, but about doing things differently: smarter, leaner, more human.
💬 “Frugality doesn’t mean less. It means better.”
Innovation thinker Navi Radjou says yes — through frugal innovation.
It’s not about austerity, but about doing things differently: smarter, leaner, more human.
💬 “Frugality doesn’t mean less. It means better.”
This proof of concept shows that even small UX improvements can make a huge difference! Muze Parmentier from Humix explains that by putting users at the centre, the @NEO - National Employment Office can build a digital service that truly supports parents at an important moment in their lives.
April 29, 2025 at 10:04 AM
This proof of concept shows that even small UX improvements can make a huge difference! Muze Parmentier from Humix explains that by putting users at the centre, the @NEO - National Employment Office can build a digital service that truly supports parents at an important moment in their lives.
🧭 In 2024, Humix joined the RVA/ONEM challenge “Career break in a snap” — exploring how UX, AI, and conversational design can reduce choice overload for employees. 💬🤖
👉 Full report:
Dutch: lnkd.in/eGV8qwP8
French: lnkd.in/eCDmYA3Q
#GovTech #PublicSectorInnovation #UXDesign #BetterPublicServices
👉 Full report:
Dutch: lnkd.in/eGV8qwP8
French: lnkd.in/eCDmYA3Q
#GovTech #PublicSectorInnovation #UXDesign #BetterPublicServices
April 27, 2025 at 7:25 AM
🧭 In 2024, Humix joined the RVA/ONEM challenge “Career break in a snap” — exploring how UX, AI, and conversational design can reduce choice overload for employees. 💬🤖
👉 Full report:
Dutch: lnkd.in/eGV8qwP8
French: lnkd.in/eCDmYA3Q
#GovTech #PublicSectorInnovation #UXDesign #BetterPublicServices
👉 Full report:
Dutch: lnkd.in/eGV8qwP8
French: lnkd.in/eCDmYA3Q
#GovTech #PublicSectorInnovation #UXDesign #BetterPublicServices
🎓 Nido on the academic radar
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Nido – the innovation lab of the Belgian federal government – is now the subject of a new teaching case by @iveybusiness.bsky.social, co-authored by Prof. Wim Van Haverbeke & Riyaad Ismail (University of Antwerp).
🌍📘 A rare look at public innovation in action.
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Nido – the innovation lab of the Belgian federal government – is now the subject of a new teaching case by @iveybusiness.bsky.social, co-authored by Prof. Wim Van Haverbeke & Riyaad Ismail (University of Antwerp).
🌍📘 A rare look at public innovation in action.
April 15, 2025 at 9:31 AM
🎓 Nido on the academic radar
1/
Nido – the innovation lab of the Belgian federal government – is now the subject of a new teaching case by @iveybusiness.bsky.social, co-authored by Prof. Wim Van Haverbeke & Riyaad Ismail (University of Antwerp).
🌍📘 A rare look at public innovation in action.
1/
Nido – the innovation lab of the Belgian federal government – is now the subject of a new teaching case by @iveybusiness.bsky.social, co-authored by Prof. Wim Van Haverbeke & Riyaad Ismail (University of Antwerp).
🌍📘 A rare look at public innovation in action.
🔄 From solo innovator to an organisation-wide innovation strategy 💡
in Dutch: www.nidolab.be/nl/artikels/...
in French: www.nidolab.be/fr/articles/...
@enabel.be @jeanvanwetter.bsky.social
in Dutch: www.nidolab.be/nl/artikels/...
in French: www.nidolab.be/fr/articles/...
@enabel.be @jeanvanwetter.bsky.social
April 10, 2025 at 8:06 AM
🔄 From solo innovator to an organisation-wide innovation strategy 💡
in Dutch: www.nidolab.be/nl/artikels/...
in French: www.nidolab.be/fr/articles/...
@enabel.be @jeanvanwetter.bsky.social
in Dutch: www.nidolab.be/nl/artikels/...
in French: www.nidolab.be/fr/articles/...
@enabel.be @jeanvanwetter.bsky.social
Can the public sector do better with less?
Resource scarcity = a major innovation opportunity
Absolutely! Last Thursday, we explored this very question with over 250 participants (with an overwhelming presence of colleagues from @RIZIV-INAMI) during our session on Frugal Innovation. 🌍💡
Resource scarcity = a major innovation opportunity
Absolutely! Last Thursday, we explored this very question with over 250 participants (with an overwhelming presence of colleagues from @RIZIV-INAMI) during our session on Frugal Innovation. 🌍💡
April 8, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Can the public sector do better with less?
Resource scarcity = a major innovation opportunity
Absolutely! Last Thursday, we explored this very question with over 250 participants (with an overwhelming presence of colleagues from @RIZIV-INAMI) during our session on Frugal Innovation. 🌍💡
Resource scarcity = a major innovation opportunity
Absolutely! Last Thursday, we explored this very question with over 250 participants (with an overwhelming presence of colleagues from @RIZIV-INAMI) during our session on Frugal Innovation. 🌍💡
🚀 An inspiring day in Paris with Western Balkan countries! 🌍
Yesterday, Belgium had the honor of sharing Nido’s experience as a public sector innovation lab. We discussed our founding rationale, key activities, challenges, and strategic insights sparking conversations with international peers.
Yesterday, Belgium had the honor of sharing Nido’s experience as a public sector innovation lab. We discussed our founding rationale, key activities, challenges, and strategic insights sparking conversations with international peers.
March 27, 2025 at 3:44 PM
🚀 An inspiring day in Paris with Western Balkan countries! 🌍
Yesterday, Belgium had the honor of sharing Nido’s experience as a public sector innovation lab. We discussed our founding rationale, key activities, challenges, and strategic insights sparking conversations with international peers.
Yesterday, Belgium had the honor of sharing Nido’s experience as a public sector innovation lab. We discussed our founding rationale, key activities, challenges, and strategic insights sparking conversations with international peers.
We are proud to announce a new partnership between @enabel.be and IKIC Impact Ventures as part of the Niger Challenge, an initiative resulting from the open innovation call at the end of 2024.
#Innovation #Partnership #Challenge #AgriFood #IKIC #Nido #Niger #DairySector #ColdChain #developmentaid
#Innovation #Partnership #Challenge #AgriFood #IKIC #Nido #Niger #DairySector #ColdChain #developmentaid
March 19, 2025 at 7:33 AM
We are proud to announce a new partnership between @enabel.be and IKIC Impact Ventures as part of the Niger Challenge, an initiative resulting from the open innovation call at the end of 2024.
#Innovation #Partnership #Challenge #AgriFood #IKIC #Nido #Niger #DairySector #ColdChain #developmentaid
#Innovation #Partnership #Challenge #AgriFood #IKIC #Nido #Niger #DairySector #ColdChain #developmentaid
🚀 Frugal Innovation: Doing More with Less (1/🧵)
Even in resource-rich Western societies, we face the challenge of doing more with less. How can we rethink innovation to create real impact in the public sector for citizens and businesses? Let’s dive in. ⬇️
Even in resource-rich Western societies, we face the challenge of doing more with less. How can we rethink innovation to create real impact in the public sector for citizens and businesses? Let’s dive in. ⬇️
February 26, 2025 at 4:18 PM
🚀 Frugal Innovation: Doing More with Less (1/🧵)
Even in resource-rich Western societies, we face the challenge of doing more with less. How can we rethink innovation to create real impact in the public sector for citizens and businesses? Let’s dive in. ⬇️
Even in resource-rich Western societies, we face the challenge of doing more with less. How can we rethink innovation to create real impact in the public sector for citizens and businesses? Let’s dive in. ⬇️
🎤 Let’s Talk Innovation
In part 3, we explore public sector innovation through fresh perspectives. 🚀 Experts challenge us to rethink the usual.
💡 4 key insights from: Sven Hermans – Ibrahim Ouassari – Hadrien Macq – Katleen De Stobbeleir & Julie Sophie Braem
www.nidolab.be/nido/nl/cate... (dutch)
In part 3, we explore public sector innovation through fresh perspectives. 🚀 Experts challenge us to rethink the usual.
💡 4 key insights from: Sven Hermans – Ibrahim Ouassari – Hadrien Macq – Katleen De Stobbeleir & Julie Sophie Braem
www.nidolab.be/nido/nl/cate... (dutch)
February 25, 2025 at 3:26 PM
🎤 Let’s Talk Innovation
In part 3, we explore public sector innovation through fresh perspectives. 🚀 Experts challenge us to rethink the usual.
💡 4 key insights from: Sven Hermans – Ibrahim Ouassari – Hadrien Macq – Katleen De Stobbeleir & Julie Sophie Braem
www.nidolab.be/nido/nl/cate... (dutch)
In part 3, we explore public sector innovation through fresh perspectives. 🚀 Experts challenge us to rethink the usual.
💡 4 key insights from: Sven Hermans – Ibrahim Ouassari – Hadrien Macq – Katleen De Stobbeleir & Julie Sophie Braem
www.nidolab.be/nido/nl/cate... (dutch)
🚀 Innovating Together in the Public Sector!
Today, our circle of innovation managers from the Belgian public sector gathered for an inspiring session at Belgian Defence!
#Innovation #PublicSector #XRlabs #DefenseTech #Collaboration #ScalingUp #Belgium #FutureOfTech #GovTech 🚀
Today, our circle of innovation managers from the Belgian public sector gathered for an inspiring session at Belgian Defence!
#Innovation #PublicSector #XRlabs #DefenseTech #Collaboration #ScalingUp #Belgium #FutureOfTech #GovTech 🚀
February 20, 2025 at 7:33 PM
🚀 Innovating Together in the Public Sector!
Today, our circle of innovation managers from the Belgian public sector gathered for an inspiring session at Belgian Defence!
#Innovation #PublicSector #XRlabs #DefenseTech #Collaboration #ScalingUp #Belgium #FutureOfTech #GovTech 🚀
Today, our circle of innovation managers from the Belgian public sector gathered for an inspiring session at Belgian Defence!
#Innovation #PublicSector #XRlabs #DefenseTech #Collaboration #ScalingUp #Belgium #FutureOfTech #GovTech 🚀
💖 Fall in love with innovation this Valentine’s Day! 💡✨
Ready to fall for innovation? ❤️ Discover more: lnkd.in/eRmGj2uh
No legal concerns. Just opportunities. Let’s unlock innovation together! 💪✨
#Innovation #ChallengeDriven #ValentinesDay #PublicSector #FallInLoveWithTheProblem
Ready to fall for innovation? ❤️ Discover more: lnkd.in/eRmGj2uh
No legal concerns. Just opportunities. Let’s unlock innovation together! 💪✨
#Innovation #ChallengeDriven #ValentinesDay #PublicSector #FallInLoveWithTheProblem
February 14, 2025 at 11:48 AM
💖 Fall in love with innovation this Valentine’s Day! 💡✨
Ready to fall for innovation? ❤️ Discover more: lnkd.in/eRmGj2uh
No legal concerns. Just opportunities. Let’s unlock innovation together! 💪✨
#Innovation #ChallengeDriven #ValentinesDay #PublicSector #FallInLoveWithTheProblem
Ready to fall for innovation? ❤️ Discover more: lnkd.in/eRmGj2uh
No legal concerns. Just opportunities. Let’s unlock innovation together! 💪✨
#Innovation #ChallengeDriven #ValentinesDay #PublicSector #FallInLoveWithTheProblem