Insights
Our foresight programmes generate insights and views of the future, that can be used to provoke discussion, response, thought and innovation.
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Author: Future Agenda | https://www.futureagenda.org
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Our foresight programmes generate insights and views of the future, that can be used to provoke discussion, response, thought and innovation.
The growth in the intelligence and capabilities of machines presents both a threat and an opportunity. Greater automation frees up 0me, but also has the potential to threaten more jobs in managerial or administrative roles.
Permalink: https://www.futureagenda.org/insights/the-rise-of-machines/
For the privileged few with access, personalised healthcare tailored around individual medical and psycho-social needs provides therapies that are better aligned with specific rather than generic profiles.
Permalink: https://www.futureagenda.org/insights/personalised-healthcare/
Information silos are connected via third par0es able to unify, mine and discover new insights. Integrated public and private datasets provide holistic views of the individual and value shifts to decision-making analytics.
Permalink: https://www.futureagenda.org/insights/universal-healthcare-data-access/
An increasingly digital healthcare system is driven by access to credible data that is priori0sed above the noise. The value of such key data increases as its ability to unlock opportuni0es and improve diagnosis rises.
Permalink: https://www.futureagenda.org/insights/data-prioritisation/
Increasing access to more personal and group data allows individuals to take informed views on their health. As information is decoupled from the professions, the public become more specific about their needs.
Permalink: https://www.futureagenda.org/insights/digital-autonomy/
BeJer use of data and technology has the power to improve health, transforming the quality and reducing the cost of health and care services. It can give pa0ents more control over their health and empower carers.
Permalink: https://www.futureagenda.org/insights/datas-impact-on-health/
Post-harvest losses of foods in developing countries can amount to 30-50% of production. In developed countries a similar proportion is wasted: Minimising this loss, that could feed 3 billion people, is driven by better data collection.
Permalink: https://www.futureagenda.org/insights/reducing-food-waste/
Mass urbanisation, reduced activity and poor diets are accelerating the rise of obesity. As half population is overweight, levels of obesity in cities are growing fast and the associated healthcare burden will account for 5% of global GDP.
Permalink: https://www.futureagenda.org/insights/urban-obesity/
Community-based tourism is on the rise with holidaymakers eschewing the crowded beaches and all-inclusive packages to enjoy a more authentic experience living in the culture rather than observing it from the outside.
Permalink: https://www.futureagenda.org/insights/community-based-tourism/
The dream of affordable travel is being obscured by climate change and a growing awareness among consumers that sustainability and responsible travel are set to impact how we understand, embrace and manage our holiday plans.
Permalink: https://www.futureagenda.org/insights/growing-consumer-awareness/
In 2012 the number of tourists crossing international borders reached over 1bn. Much of the demand is fuelled by rising household incomes in emerging economies… International tourist arrivals are expected to reach 1.8bn by 2030
Permalink: https://www.futureagenda.org/insights/doubling-of-international-tourism/
We will see a growth in travel aimed at improvements in well-being. This will include a reawakening and revisiting of local spiritual traditions in countries where travel and travellers have, to now, been associated with modernity.
Permalink: https://www.futureagenda.org/insights/mind-body-and-spirit/