To many people the idea of treasure hunts involve looking at maps where 'X' marks the spot. To others, memories of Anneka Rice in a jump suit running around and shouting fill the mind. Not many people associate it with optimising a team for efficiency and yet, treasure hunts are used in this capacity all the time.
In actuality, treasure hunts are based to some degree on the old television programme. Though there is no helicopter and jump suits are optional. They work by teams competing against the clock or other teams in a bid to solve the clues and find the treasure. Many treasure hunts are set to a theme such as haunted house or espionage, and feature characters to investigate played by actors.
Treasure hunts are effective because they provide a challenge for a team in a slightly pressurised environment. Through the shared experience, the teams forms a camaraderie and gains an insight into each others strengths and weaknesses. The team leader now has the scope to reorganise the team so it plays to its strengths. These benefits are brought back into the workplace, utilised, and the results are seen on their company's balance sheets.
Location is everything in the team building and corporate hospitality industry, and there are not many places in the UK that can match the Scottish city of Glasgow for good indoor and outdoor event management locations. The city is blessed with plenty, and has a good transport infrastructure by road, rail, and air. If it is a viable option, many event management companies will use Glasgow if it is a viable option for their requirements.
It is now standard practise for companies to outsource their team building requirements to event management companies, as they have the experience, the expertise, and the knowledge to ensure treasure hunts are a success.
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