Introduction The Compass Model offers a navigational framework for engaging with the future and futures tools, in a structured yet flexible way. Just as a compass provides orientation in uncharted territory, this model helps us position ourselves in relation to the forces of change and the tools we need to move ahead. All futures work … Read more
Introduction In futures thinking, we often use metaphors to help us see the unseen. They work like lenses, giving shape to the intangible and helping us to grasp complex ideas. The Three Veils is this kind of metaphor, a way of imagining the different depths at which we can engage with the future. The metaphor … Read more
Introduction The Three Levels of Futures Thinking, from the bottom up, are Mindset, Toolset, and Skillset. To engage effectively in futures thinking, we need to operate across three connected levels: mindset, tool set, and skill set. Each level builds on the previous levels so that we have a deep understanding as well as the ability … Read more
Introduction A strategic foresight tool for navigating transformation over time The Three Horizons Model is a framework that helps you to think about change across different timeframes. It provides a structure for understanding how current systems evolve, how emergent ideas gain traction, and how to manage the transition between the present and the future. Originally … Read more
Introduction When planning for the future, it’s tempting to jump straight to action: budgets, tools, and practical steps. But history shows that even the most well-executed plans can fail if they ignore deeper human and philosophical dimensions. Strategic foresight requires a holistic approach, one that balances what we want, how we feel and behave, and … Read more