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The Foresight DJ - Mixing the Tracks of our Futures.
Discover the Foresight DJ, visionaries who inspire people and organisations to embrace future possibilities through transformative mixes.
Icons of Futures Thinking.
Explore five core methods of futures thinking with insight & foresight's Icons of Futures Thinking: Futures Triangle, Two x Two Matrix, Three Horizons, Four Archetypes, and the Futures Wheel. Learn how these approaches can help navigate and redefine our rapidly transforming world.
Mastering the Art of Asking Questions: Simple Tips for Success.
Discover how mastering the art of asking questions can enhance learning, problem-solving, and foresight. Learn traits of effective questions, practical tips to improve your technique, and common mistakes to avoid.
A Note From Our Founder.
Why was insight & foresight created? Who are our customers? How do we deliver value? Read this note from our founder James Clampett.
Using STEEP to Frame Your Horizon Scanning.
STEEP analysis evaluates Social, Technological, Economic, Environmental, and Political factors impacting businesses. Essential for horizon scanning, it helps anticipate changes and make long-term decisions with more confidence and greater reliability.
Informed Uncertainty: The Strategic Value of Expanding Options.
Explore the shift from traditional strategic paradigms focused on certainty to navigating the uncertainties of today's business world, including technological disruptions and changing market dynamics.
Informed Uncertainty: Balancing Knowing and Not-Knowing.
For entrepreneurs, innovators, and leaders alike, navigating the balance between knowledge and the unknown becomes a potent strategy. It enables them to remain flexible and stay ahead in a constantly changing landscape.
My Manifesto.
Discover the transformative power of writing a manifesto - from inspiring others to staying true to yourself. Learn why it's important and why you should craft your own.
Action Verbs. Words That Get Things Done.
Effective planning hinges on the clarity of your actions. Dive into the realm of action verbs - powerful instruments that infuse precision and momentum into your planning endeavors.
What is Informed Uncertainty?
Explore the art and science of foresight: balancing the known and unknown, embracing complexity, and navigating the shifts and disruptions of our world.
Sejahtera - the art of sustainability and well-being. A report on Asia Pacific Futures Network Conference 9
Journey with us to explore the concept of sejahtera and how this Malaysian concept promotes sustainability and well-being in our lives. Discover more through our reflection on Asia Pacific Futures Network Conference 9 (APFN9) held in Kuala Lumpur in September 2023.
delta∆effect 23.3: The Benefits Of A Futures-Focused Business Plan.
Contrary to popular belief, business planning is no longer a linear process. Instead, in a fast changing world, it's a dynamic journey filled with unexpected turns. In this delta∆effect article, we'll explore how business planning is moving away from old, past-data-driven linear forecasting models towards a futures-focused, foresight-driven approach.
delta∆effect 23.2: Using Foresight To Drive Strategy Development.
Foresight is a powerful tool that allows us to navigate the uncertainties of our futures with confidence and reliability. By understanding that futures are uncertain, yet influenced by our choices, we can actively shape the outcomes we desire.
delta∆effect 23.1: A Great 5-year Plan Requires Thinking 10 years Ahead.
Looking beyond a typical 5-year business plan, thinking a decade ahead can be a powerful tool for long-term growth and success. By considering future developments and uncertainties, businesses can stay ahead of the curve and strategically plan for potential changes.
From 'The Future' to 'Their Futures'.
In our rapidly changing world, leaders have always tried to envision a single, predictable future that they can control. However, we are now realising that there are many possible futures that could unfold. Rather than focusing on just one future, we need to embrace the idea of multiple futures, where leadership and all stakeholders work together to create a diverse, inclusive, and sustainable world.
Why Long-Term Thinking Matters Most Right Now.
Looking for leadership advice? The current climate demands long-term thinking that has broad implications. Read this article to learn why and how long-term thinking can benefit you in the here and now.
Using Foresight to Plan & Make Decisions for Impact & Future Growth.
Our comprehensive approach and process helps you plan for your futures. Let us show you how to use foresight to make decisions that will have a lasting impact on your business.
Five Reasons to Say "Futures" Instead of "the Future".
Discover why we use the term “futures” rather then “the future”, and we think you should too.
What Business Problems Does Foresight Address?
In times of uncertainty, leaders often respond by cutting back on investments, freezing hiring, reducing marketing efforts, avoiding new market ventures, and even becoming indecisive. While these defensive moves are understandable and may have been necessary for survival in the past, in today's world they can hinder progress and lead to missed opportunities.
The Futures of Work: Balancing Technology and Jobs.
The futures of work are changing at a rapid pace, and it's hard not to be excited and curious about them! With the rise of robots, artificial intelligence, and smart technologies, it seems as though the possibilities are endless. What could happen next?