Overcoming Barriers to Strategic Foresight PPT

This PPT slide, part of the 51-slide Strategic Foresight and Uncertainty PowerPoint presentation, titled "Strategic Foresight Overview" outlines key barriers that organizations face in implementing strategic foresight and presents corresponding actions to counter these obstacles. It is structured in a flowchart format, which visually guides the viewer through a sequence of barriers and actions.

The first barrier identified is the failure to detect changes in the environment. This can lead to missed opportunities or threats. The recommended action is to "Identify" by scanning the entire environment and defining clear responsibilities within the organization. This proactive approach is essential for recognizing shifts that could impact strategic direction.

The second barrier is the perception that detected changes are not relevant. To address this, the slide suggests the "Assess" action, which involves using methods that have high integration capacity. This means employing analytical tools and frameworks that can effectively evaluate the significance of changes.

The third barrier highlights the challenge of convincing decision-makers about the relevance of these changes. The action proposed here is "Convince," which requires utilizing methods with strong communication capacity. This emphasizes the need for clear and persuasive communication to ensure that key stakeholders understand the implications of identified changes.

The fourth barrier pertains to the lack of planned re-action strategies. The corresponding action is "Plan," which involves integrating follow-up processes and defining formal decision-making procedures. This ensures that organizations are not only aware of changes, but also prepared to respond effectively.

Finally, the slide notes that if responsible individuals are not convinced, they may prevent necessary changes. The action "Act" focuses on ensuring that those in charge are engaged and ready to implement changes based on the insights gained.

Overall, this slide serves as a practical guide for organizations looking to enhance their strategic foresight capabilities by identifying barriers and implementing targeted actions.

This slide is part of the Strategic Foresight and Uncertainty PowerPoint presentation.

MBB/Big 4 style presentation that guides on how strategic planning process can be enhanced by embedding foresight methods and tools.

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