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The heterogeneity of incumbents' perceptions and response strategies in the face of potential disruptions
Madjdi, Farsan; Hüsig, Stefan - In: Foresight 13 (2011) 5, pp. 14-33
Purpose – This paper aims to study how three incumbent mobile network operators (MNOs) in Germany forecasted, framed …. Forecasting results and categorisation that prove wrong can still lead to taking the right action since it seems to provide better … results than non‐forecasting and inactivity due to a lack of awareness of potential risks. Research limitations …
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10014743158
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Converging applications for active ageing policy
Compañó, R.; Bock, A.‐K.; Burgelman, J.C.; Cabrera, M. - In: Foresight 8 (2006) 2, pp. 30-42
Purpose – This article attempts to match the future needs of older people with the possibilities arising from applications based on new technology. Design/methodology/approach – This article examines the implications of novel applications for active ageing policy. These applications are...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10014742944
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The role of future ICT in city development
Pearson, Ian - In: Foresight 8 (2006) 3, pp. 3-16
Purpose – The purpose of this article is to explore the role of information and communications technologies (ICT) in creating cities that are attractive, healthy and prosperous places to live, work and visit. Design/methodology/approach – Considers technological developments in information...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10014742950
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Technology foresight: creating the future of Thailand's industries
Wonglimpiyarat, Jarunee - In: Foresight 8 (2006) 4, pp. 23-33
Purpose – The paper aims to deal with the application of foresight in devising strategic technology policies in … Thailand. Design/methodology/approach – The paper examines the foresight exercise carried out by the Thai government, through … the country's ability to improve the competitive position for tomorrow. Originality/value – The paper provides an overview …
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10014742959
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Combining ICT and cognitive science: opportunities and risks
Malanowski, N.; Compañó, R. - In: Foresight 9 (2007) 3, pp. 18-29
a very early stage will contribute to reduce possible adverse effects in the future. This paper seeks to address this …
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10014742990
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Research agenda for SMEs in electronic platforms for the European food industry
Holt, G.C.; Henchion, M.; Reynolds, C.; Baviera, B.; … - In: Foresight 9 (2007) 3, pp. 42-53
Purpose – This paper sets out to provide a consensus position on the potential for the inclusion of small businesses in …/value – The paper addresses the highly topical issue of food origin with a new approach to the supply technologies behind the …
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10014742992
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Which future for libraries?
Inayatullah, Sohail - In: Foresight 9 (2007) 3, pp. 54-57
Purpose – Innovation in information and communication technologies, combined with change in social and cultural attitudes, is raising questions about the future for libraries and librarians. This article seeks to examine alternative futures that were developed at a workshop organized by...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10014742993
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Powering down: remedies for unsustainable ICT
Forge, Simon - In: Foresight 9 (2007) 4, pp. 3-21
Purpose – The paper aims to examine the contribution of information and communication technology (ICT) to climate … change, the origins of ICT unsustainability and explores some possible remedies. Design/methodology/approach – The paper … economy's environmental sustainability. Originality/value – This paper provides a novel approach to ICT sustainability …
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10014742994
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US innovation is secure
Whaley, Richard - In: Foresight 10 (2008) 5, pp. 3-10
Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to provide a short comment on the current US innovation concerns and a recent … paper by Tom Abeles. Design/methodology/approach – Extracts are given from the Business Trends Library showing the …
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10014743035
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Plastic promises: the disruptive potential of OLEDs and e‐paper for the European display industry
Forge, Simon; Blackman, Colin; Lindmark, Sven - In: Foresight 11 (2009) 3, pp. 28-44
Purpose – The paper aims to explore two developing display technologies, organic light emitting diodes (OLEDs) and e‐paper … play a larger role in the Information and communication technologies (ICTs) sector. Design/methodology/approach – The paper … – OLEDs and e‐paper have the potential to disrupt current displays market and in so doing they may enable EU companies to …
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10014743069