Jan
Oliver
Schwarz
As a renowned expert for strategic foresight and robust leadership, I’ve worked on numerous foresight projects – helping organizations thrive in dynamic environments and cope with the ever-changing future.
Background
After dedicating over twenty years to researching strategic and corporate foresight, I’ve published numerous papers and books across its different aspects. Passing on my knowledge to the next generations, I’ve also taught foresight at both postgraduate and executive levels.
As the Research Professor of Strategic Foresight & Trend Analysis, I currently lead the Bavarian Foresight-Institut at the Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt, Germany.
Strategic Foresight
An Introductory Guide to Practise
My most recent book provides a concise introduction to strategic foresight, addressing the challenges organizations face in VUCA environments. It covers the field's history, core principles, and practical applications for organizations, emphasizing its relevance in strategy, innovation, and leadership. Grounded in theoretical foundations and informed by over two decades of my experience in research and corporate consulting, it is essential reading for managers, leaders, and students seeking to establish strategic foresight practices in public and private organizations.
“The best way to
predict the future is to invent it.”
Speaking,
Workshops & Advice
Renowned for my expertise in strategic foresight, I am a sought-after speaker at events, facilitate workshops, and provide strategic advisory services to organizations seeking foresight solutions.