foreplanning
Foreplanning is a systematic approach to anticipating future developments to inform present decisions. It emphasizes preparing for multiple possible futures rather than relying on a single forecast, integrating horizon scanning, trend analysis, and foresight methods with strategic decision making. In practice, foreplanning seeks to align resources, policies, and capabilities with anticipated changes in social, technological, economic, and environmental conditions.
Core components include horizon scanning to identify emerging trends and signals, scenario planning to explore plausible
Its applications span public policy, defense, business strategy, urban and infrastructure planning, and disaster management. Governments
Benefits of foreplanning include improved readiness, more efficient allocation of resources, and greater organizational resilience in
Foreplanning is related to but distinct from forecasting and traditional strategic planning. It shares tools with