The Quest for King Solomon’s Mines
(KSM – In-person)
A business simulation that shows leaders
how to avoid working in silos and build stronger collaboration.
Loved By The Teams of
We’ve helped the teams of JSW, Tata Communications, Adani, Piramal, Coca-Cola, Dr Reddy’s, HSBC, Siegwerk shift from…
Working in silos → to thinking and winning as one team
Playing it safe → to making bold decisions & taking calculated risks
Executing in isolation → to collaborating under pressure
Following the plan blindly → to adapt with agility and purpose
SimuRise Impact
We often hear from organizations
“Everyone plays it safe.”
“People don’t ask for help.”
“How to avoid working in silos.”
“We focus on survival, not growth.”
“We hoard resources and information.”
“We compete internally instead of collaborating.”
We address these challenges through The Quest for King Solomon’s Mines, an immersive business simulation that transforms team behaviors through strategic gameplay.
A High-Energy Simulation for Management Teams
Perfect for management teams of 20–300+ participants, this simulation creates scenarios where collaboration, resource optimization, and a growth mindset become essential to succeed. By navigating challenges together in this structured experience, teams learn how to avoid working in silos and develop practical skills they can immediately apply to workplace challenges.
Note: This page offers information on the in-person version of KSM.
Prefer a remote format?
Real Stories of Change
What Our Clients Take Home
Organizations that experience KSM consistently report transformative outcomes that directly impact their bottom line. Our clients walk away with:
- Break the Walls: A practical framework on how to avoid working in silos and fostering genuine collaboration
- Do More With Less: Enhanced ability to maximize existing resources rather than requesting more
- Decide with Clarity: Renewed confidence in making strategic decisions under pressure
- Ask and You Shall Receive: Teams that proactively ask for help instead of struggling in isolation
- Lead with Vision: A shift from a survival mindset to a growth orientation across all levels
- Implement Fast: Immediately actionable ideas for workplace application
What You Experience During the Simulation
It begins at a base camp in Cape Town, South Africa.
From there, teams set off on a high-stakes expedition across 23 unpredictable regions, each one filled with hidden dangers, shifting weather, and limited resources. Their mission? To reach the legendary King Solomon’s Mines nestled in the deserts of Southern Israel, mine as much gold as possible, and return to basecamp alive.
All within 16 simulated days.
But this isn’t just a game.
It’s a test of strategic thinking under pressure.
Of balancing risk with reward.
Of knowing when to push forward and when to pivot.
As the simulation unfolds
Participants:
- Navigate unexpected weather changes, terrain risks, and resource scarcity
- Make real-time decisions on route planning, supplies, and teamwork dynamics
- Face moments of chaos that force clear thinking and calm leadership
- Learn to ask for help, trade resources, and work across teams—not just within them
- Experience the power of collective decision-making under tight timelines
Participants not only learn strategy but also discover how to avoid working in silos in real-world scenarios.
What starts as competition often transforms into cooperation, leading to powerful realizations about how organizations function in real life.
The simulation mirrors business
Fast
Unpredictable
Rewarding
By the end, you won’t just walk away with insights.
You and your teams live them.
How the game unfolds?
Briefing Session
Time To Strategize
Fun, Interactive Game Play
Learning Through Debriefing
The Power of Debriefing
The real impact happens after the game. During debriefs, facilitators guide participants to reflect on decisions, mistakes, and most importantly, how to avoid working in silos that slow performance.
Through expert facilitation, teams reflect on what they did, why they did it, and how it connects to their real-world behavior. What they uncover is often uncomfortable and incredibly transformative.
KSM isn’t just a simulation. It’s a mirror.
Sounds Like fun & challenge?
Here are more details on The Quest for King Solomon’s Mines business simulation:
You can run this game for your organization in 2 ways:
- Book our world-class facilitators who have led high-impact programs for 20 to 300+ participants across multiple cities.
- Buy the kits and run the simulation yourself for your teams (details below)
Want to run the simulation yourself?
Buy the Kits
Here are more details on The Quest for King Solomon’s Mines business simulation:
The Quest for King Solomon's Mines ( KSM-4)
$ 1,695.00
The Quest for King Solomon's Mines ( KSM-6)
$ 2,895.00
The Quest for King Solomon's Mines ( KSM-12)
$ 4,595.00
The Quest for King Solomon's Mines ( KSM-PRO)
$ 6,595.00
FAQs
More Business Simulations
