South Africa's foresight firm of choice
Strategic foresight for organisations planning beyond the next budget cycle
Providing critical insights for decision making.
Foresight Strategies is a strategic foresight, scenario planning, research and communications agency with offices in Johannesburg and Cape Town. For over 20 years we have helped private companies, state-owned enterprises and government departments plan for their futures by beginning with the end in mind.
What we do
Five services that work together: research informs foresight, foresight shapes strategy, and communication and facilitation carry the plan into action.
Foresight and Scenario Planning
Long-range plans built on key trends and possible futures, not only on the present.
Strategic Planning
Foresight-driven strategy sessions that engage senior and middle management.
Research Services
Quantitative and qualitative research through a national network of fieldworkers.
Stakeholder Communication
Communication strategies for public awareness, investor relations, government and public participation.
Facilitation Services
Taking approved plans into implementation, including BBBEE partnerships and supplier sourcing.
Why clients work with us
Trained foresight facilitators
Our facilitators are graduates of the COFISA foresight programme, run by the Department of Science and Technology with the Finnish Futures Research Centre.
Futures studies expertise
Our lead consultant holds a Master of Philosophy in Futures Studies from Stellenbosch University and is a full member of the Association of Professional Futurists.
Global partners, local solutions
We work with strategic partners in South Africa, the United Kingdom and Finland, bringing global expertise to local problems.
Trusted by
Public and private sector organisations across South Africa, including Rand Water, the Development Bank of Southern Africa, NECSA, SENTECH, National Treasury (GTAC), the Water Research Commission, The Ethics Institute and the Gauteng Department of Human Settlements.
Planning for what comes next?
Tell us about your organisation and what you need to plan for.