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Peter C. Bishop is a futurist and educator known for his work in strategic foresight and scenario planning.

Known for: Scenarios for the Future of Technology and International Development

Books by Peter C. Bishop

Scenarios for the Future of Technology and International Development

Scenarios for the Future of Technology and International Development

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This report explores potential future scenarios for technology and international development, examining how emerging technologies could shape global progress and social outcomes. It presents multiple narratives that illustrate different pathways for innovation, governance, and societal adaptation.

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Global Trends and Influencing Forces

To build plausible futures, we start with an understanding of the present momentum points—those deep currents underneath headlines and market statistics. In 2010, when this report was published, the world was emerging from the global financial crisis, and confidence in institutions was shaken. That ...

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Framework for Scenario Planning and Key Uncertainties

Scenario planning begins with the recognition that the future is plural. There isn’t a single path forward; instead, we face alternative pathways shaped by critical uncertainties. In this framework, two fundamental axes guide the exploration. The first concerns the degree of government coordination ...

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About Peter C. Bishop

Peter C. Bishop is a futurist and educator known for his work in strategic foresight and scenario planning. He has served as an associate professor of strategic foresight at the University of Houston and has contributed to numerous projects on future studies and long-term planning.

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