..., but we’ve typically found the stories most likely to be true narratives tend to follow a four-stage pattern: Once upon a time … then something happened … so now we must … so that we can achieve an important outcome. Scenarios Scenario planning Narratives Long-term planning Scanning and monitoring...

... play a major role in the evolution of the Internet through 2025 (Exhibit 1). Don Derosby can be contacted at: don_derosby@gbn.com © Emerald Group Publishing Limited 2011 Business planning Long‐term planning Internet Uncertainty management It's 2025. Imagine...

... and GE have become ardent evangelists for the six sigma philosophy, promoting its application to organizations in any industry. © Emerald Group Publishing Limited 2006 Long‐term planning Quality Portfolio theory Resource allocation Organizational culture Leadership...