FAQs

What is a collective vision?

A collective future vision refers to a shared understanding of a desirable future state. It involves aligning diverse perspectives toward a common goal.

What are trends and drivers?

Drivers are influential factors or trends that shape the future. They can be technological, social, economic, or environmental.

What is Foresight?

Foresight encompasses various methods for dealing with the future. It includes forecasting (predicting likely futures), exploratory approaches (exploring alternative futures), and normative approaches (focusing on desirable or undesirable futures).

What is Futures Thinking?

Futures thinking involves examining long-term trends, drivers, and scenarios to inform decision-making. It encourages a forward-looking perspective.

What are future personas (characters)?

Future personas are fictional characters representing potential users or stakeholders in future contexts. They help designers empathize and design for diverse scenarios.

What is co-creation?

Co-creation involves collaborative efforts among diverse stakeholders to design and develop solutions, products, or services. It emphasizes shared decision-making and creativity.

What is participatory design?

Participatory design involves involving end-users and stakeholders in the design process. It ensures solutions meet their needs and preferences.

What do we mean by resilience?

Resilience refers to the ability to adapt and recover from shocks, disruptions, or changes. It’s crucial for sustainable futures.

What is scenario planning?

Scenario planning explores alternative futures by developing and examining implications of various possible scenarios. It helps organizations prepare for uncertainty.

What are scenarios?

Scenarios are narratives describing plausible future situations. They consider different variables and uncertainties.

What is trend research?

Trend research analyses patterns and shifts in various domains (e.g., technology, culture, demographics). It informs strategic decisions.

What is visioning?

Visioning involves creating a compelling and aspirational image of the future. It inspires action and guides long-term goals.