Weak signals in futures studies signal potential futures and emerging issues. Working with weak signals in the process of futures studies is a delicate job, as weak signals are not defined by their probability, but their potential, and also, they are dependent on the observer: they are subjective, relative and uncertain. The contextualisation of weak signals is the key to integrate weak signals into the foresight process. These signals are weak due to their dependence on the observer’s perspective and their transitional nature (liminality), and we should treat them as opportunities to shape the potential they substantiate. In the era of future awareness and AI we are refining methodologies that allow us to find and contextualise weak signals and develop visions, scenarios and robust strategies based on them. With a historical overview of weak signals in futures studies, the presentation explores their present and future relevance, underpinned by the philosophy of time, consciousness and liminality.

Impulsgeberin / Speaker: Helga Veigl, Hyperfutures (die Veranstaltung findet auf Englisch statt)

Teilnahmegebühr / Participation fee: 20 CHF / Studierende / students: 10 CHF

Für Mitglieder von swissfuture gratis / Free of charge for members of swissfuture

Online Lecture in der swissfuture Serie impulse 24