Strategic Scenario Design
Embrace uncertainty, prepare for change and forge ahead in the uncharted territories of tomorrow.
What We Do
MI’s strategic scenario design is a data-integrated service that explores alternate trajectories to distill clear pathways for action.
Our approach scrutinises perceived trends and their uncertainties against empirical data, weeding out biases, unearthing blind spots and fostering stakeholder consensus.
Horizon Scanning
Staying ahead of the curve requires an understanding of what is happening today but also how it could change in the future. Trends, driving forces and signals illuminate potential directions forward and broaden our views on threats that may have been unanticipated.
MI keeps a pulse on emerging city-level issues and makes sense of them with our clients by applying a systemic lens. The findings also form the framework for subsequent dialogue.
Scenario Modelling
Scenarios do not predict the future but rather minimise surprise. An exploration of alternative futures around multiple unknowns helps to bridge the gap between today and a preferred future.
MI adjusts underlying assumptions to assess the materiality of risks, evaluate impacts and identify potential responses. Narratives are built with relevant stakeholders to reflect local conditions and aspirations.
Visioning
An overarching vision of a preferred future helps to anchor projects and can be a convergence point when there are multiple components.
MI takes an iterative approach in developing visions and articulating shared goals that are future-proof. By checking them against perception, we can have a more informed grasp on the gap between the probable and preferred.
Forecasting and Backcasting
Forecasting extrapolates into the future to estimate impact and adjust expectations while backcasting allows for an implementable pathway towards desired outcomes.
MI supports the strategic thinking with a systems view that connects multiple moving parts and stakeholders. We also ensure the trackability and flexibility to make adjustments over time.
How We Can Help
For Urban Planning and Development
From Public Policy to Urban Planning with Stakeholder Consensus
Strategic scenarios can help governments stress-test urban plans and prepare for uncertain futures.
An inclusive process that empowers local stakeholders can strengthen relationships and lead to more nuanced outcomes that capture local characteristics.
For Public Policy and Governance
Crafting Adaptive Policies in a Dynamic World
Urban policies can be assessed for resilience against overarching scenarios to ensure their effectiveness today and in the future.
For Corporate Strategy
Future-Proofing Strategies in a Volatile Business Landscape
Scenarios equips firms to not just navigate the present, but to anticipate, adapt and innovate amidst market uncertainties and volatilities, while remaining attuned to future opportunities.
Urban policies can be assessed for resilience against overarching scenarios to ensure their effectiveness today and in the future.
For ESG Disclosure and Reporting
Navigating the New Norm in Sustainable Reporting with Deeper Insights
Commitments to global disclosure standards are intensifying. MI guarantees that ESG scenarios go beyond simply compliance, and lead to meaningful transitions towards carbon neutrality.
