Breaking the Mould: The Role of Scenarios in Shaping SA's Future
This report examines the scenario method, its history, characteristics, and impact through various case studies.
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| Language: | English |
| Geographic focus: | South_Africa |
Methods
The research method involves a case study analysis of various scenario planning exercises, examining their origins, methodology, content, and impact.
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Key Insights
The report delves into the scenario method, a strategic planning tool that organizations use to envision and plan for multiple potential futures. It traces the history of the method and outlines its key characteristics, such as its flexibility and adaptability. The report analyzes several case studies, including the High Road/Low Road, Nedcor/Old Mutual, and Mont Fleur scenarios, to illustrate the origins, purpose, methodology, and content of each, as well as their respective impacts on planning and decision-making. It also touches upon the SA2020 scenarios and the role of public-domain scenarios in shaping the political economy. The report concludes with comments on the overall findings and implications of the scenario method.
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Additional Viewpoints
Categories: english_publication_language | unknown_geographic_scope | south_africa_geographic_scope | characteristics | future | futures | high_road_low_road | history | impact_analysis | mont_fleur | nedcor_old_mutual | political | political_economy | public-domain_scenarios | sa2020 | scenarios | scenario_method | south_africa