What is Strategic Foresight?

In an industry as dynamic and complex as agriculture, the ability to anticipate change is not just an asset—it's a necessity. Todd Thurman's Strategic Foresight Project Service is designed to equip farms, agricultural companies, and organizations with the tools to navigate the future with confidence.

Under the guidance of Strategic Foresight Practitioner and Coach, Todd Thurman, our service assembles a cross-disciplinary team from your organization. Together, we embark on a comprehensive strategic foresight project aimed at identifying emerging trends, potential challenges, and untapped opportunities in your industry.

With experience spanning 17 countries and nearly two decades in corporate agriculture, Todd Thurman brings a uniquely global perspective to every project. This international outlook is combined with localized insights to deliver strategies that are both globally informed and locally relevant.

Our strategic foresight project involves a multi-faceted analysis that covers demographic shifts, technological advancements, market dynamics, and environmental factors. This holistic approach ensures that your organization is prepared for a range of future scenarios, from incremental changes to disruptive shifts.

In a world where uncertainty is the only constant, scenario planning serves as a critical component of our Strategic Foresight Consulting Service. This methodology allows us to explore a range of plausible futures, each shaped by varying factors such as policy changes, technological innovations, and market fluctuations.

This process employs a rigorous methodology to develop a set of carefully crafted scenarios. These are not mere speculations but plausible scenarios grounded in data, providing a realistic framework for understanding potential future states of the agricultural industry.

The culmination of our strategic foresight project is a set of actionable recommendations tailored to your organization's specific needs and goals. These insights empower you to make data-driven decisions that enhance efficiency, profitability, and sustainability.

Our engagement doesn't end with the delivery of a report. We believe in forging lasting partnerships with our clients, providing ongoing support and updates as the agricultural landscape evolves.

Projects are customized to fit every client's needs and vary in time and investment depending on goals and level of complexity. On average, projects will last 6 weeks and require weekly meetings.  

Todd Thurman's Strategic Foresight Workshops provide an immersive introduction to the principles of strategic foresight, empowering participants to navigate the complexities of the future with informed confidence.

The workshops are designed to accommodate a range of needs and schedules. From succinct 1-hour overviews ideal for breakout sessions at events and conferences, to intensive two-day workshops featuring a customized mini foresight project, there is sure to be a format that aligns with your objectives.

These workshops demystify the fundamentals of strategic foresight. Participants will gain a solid understanding of key concepts such as trend analysis, scenario planning, and risk assessment.

For those opting for our two-day workshop, the experience extends beyond theory into practical application. Participants engage in a customized mini foresight project, offering a tangible way to apply strategic foresight principles to real-world challenges and opportunities.

Whether you're attending a 1-hour overview or a two-day deep dive, you'll walk away with actionable insights that can be immediately applied to your current operations. Moreover, the skills and knowledge acquired serve as a foundational asset for any future strategic planning endeavors.

These workshops serve as an excellent primer for organizations considering a more extensive strategic foresight project. It's an opportunity to sample the value of strategic foresight without the commitment of a full-scale project

Foresight Workshops start at $2,000. Workshops can be added to a keynote address or other speaking engagement for a discounted rate.