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.

Explore the art and science of foresight: balancing the known and unknown, embracing complexity, and navigating the shifts and disruptions of our world.

The rise of smart homes has brought about a major shift in how we make use of our living spaces. In this blog, we will delve deeper into the impact of these smart robots and how they are reshaping our domestic landscape.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Key note presentation: 0900 Friday 02 June 2023, Doctors Health in Queensland “DHQ Forum: Doctors Unmasked: being human in medicine” Brisbane, Queensland.

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 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?

As humans, we often find ourselves in a state of equilibrium for a certain amount of time before something unexpected disrupts our lives. Change rarely occurs linearly. The concepts of exponential growth and tipping points show us how change can sneak up on us over time and shift our reality quickly.

Key note presentation: 0900 Friday 24 March 2023, Local Government Association of South Australia Communications Conference, Adelaide, South Australia.

The world is becoming more complex and unpredictable, making it difficult for businesses to stay ahead of their competition. This is where strategic foresight comes into play. It allows businesses to identify potential risks and opportunities before they arise, allowing them to make informed decisions about how best to move forward.

Rather than solely striving for financial success, an increasing number of people recognise the importance of leisure time. How could this change in values alter our relationship to work and leisure? What role will AI and automation play? Its time to start thinking about this emerging change and its impact!

Foresight workshops: 18 & 19 January 2023, Leaders for IMPACT Network, Sydney, Australia.

Foresight teams are essential for organisations that want to remain competitive in today’s market. With the right technology and personnel, supported by a futures-focused culture, these teams can provide actionable insights on how future events could affect their operations and help them stay ahead of the competition.

Prospection is a valuable skill because it helps us to remain agile while remaining rooted in our values. It allows us to innovate from everywhere —whether that's within our organisations, between different industries, or even in completely new spaces—allowing us to create and influence radical futures for ourselves and our businesses.

Regenerative leadership offers us the opportunity to build a better tomorrow by transforming our current systems and structures from the inside out. It is an approach that can be embraced at any level—from businesses seeking to grow sustainably to communities striving for greater equity.

By taking a shoshin-based approach, leaders can create more efficient teams that are open to new ideas, more innovative solutions, and a broader view of the company’s goals and objectives.

In a rapidly changing world, business leaders have to make tough decisions every day—choose between addressing “clear and present danger” and preparing their organisations for the unexpected.