Data-Driven Future Thinking - How to Distinguish Real Change From Noise.

The recent pace of changes - both globally and locally - is greater than ever. In fact, this pace of change often outpaces many organizations' ability to adapt. The big question that arises is: "How can we forecast the future if we struggle to understand the present?". That results in a reactive approach - one where we become passengers on a flight, heading toward an unknown destination. Yet we have a few assets that can help us to get back on the right course with our flight. What are they? 

If you think about it - there are reasons why Concorde or Blockbuster failed, despite having all the resources to be with us forever. On the other hand - there are reasons that caused companies such as Amazon or Netflix to undergo the real change that impacts our daily lives. It was not an accident. These companies, alongside many others, brought real change. And this change could be verified since the very beginning - all we need to do is understand where to look and how to spot it.

During this talk, we'll discuss how to develop "future mindset" - a way of thinking that combines an analytical approach to trends with creative scenario building. Thanks to this talk, you will be able to recognize signals of change, distinguish relevant data from noise, and use frameworks used by one of the greatest planners to ever walk on earth, to make better decisions today and shape tomorrow with greater confidence."