Future Research

Gain clarity on your complex future questions

Not every question can be answered by a trend database or AI. Future Research provides tailored analyses and trend mapping for your specific topics.
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60.000+
curated trends
20 years
Foresight experience
2-8 weeks
Project duration varies by scope
200+ companies are shaping the future with us

The Dilemma

You have to decide today what will matter in 5 years

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Investment ParalysisYou are facing multi-million dollar decisions in technology, markets, or infrastructure – whose relevance in 5-10 years is unclear. Battery technology or hydrogen? Proprietary platform or ecosystem partners? The wrong move today means lost years tomorrow.
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Blind Spots Despite ExpertiseYour experts are the best in the industry – and that's precisely the problem. They are too deeply entrenched in current industry logic to see what's coming from the outside. Nokia had the best mobile phone engineers in the world. Kodak invented the digital camera.
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Stakeholders want answersBoards and investors are demanding a 2030 plan. But who wants to stake their career on a personal assessment? An external, systematic analysis is not a weakness – it's the foundation for decisions you can stand behind.

Special ResearchTargeted in-depth analysis for specific future questions

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Project duration
2-4 Weeks
"We need a thorough analysis of a specific future topic."
You have a specific question. Special Research provides a systematic analysis with best practices, innovation examples, and recommendations for action.
Typical questions:
→ What technologies will transform our market?
→ How is a specific topic evolving and what does that mean for us?
→ What innovations from other industries can we adapt?
What you receive:
→ Research Report with analysis and contextualization
→ Best practice examples and cases
→ Actionable recommendations
→ Executive Summary for Management
Project duration
2-4 Weeks
"We need a thorough analysis of a specific future topic."

Trend RadarYour strategic trend landscape with relevance assessment

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Project duration
6-12 weeks
"We want a guidance system that we can use long-term."
You want a systematic overview of the relevant trends for your organization. The Custom Trend Radar visualizes and prioritizes future developments according to their strategic relevance.
Typical questions:
→ Strategic Guidance for leadership teams
→ Shared Trend Foundation for the organization
→ Input for Innovation Strategy and Portfolio Planning
What you receive:
→ Interactive Trend Radar with relevance assessment
→ Watch-Prepare-Act recommendations per trend
→ Multiple Formats: PowerPoint, Web App, Poster, Trend Manager Integration
→ Assessment Workshop with your team
Project duration
6-12 weeks
"We want a guidance system that we can use long-term."

How it works

From Question to Result

Future Research combines systematic foresight methodology with human expertise. So you don't just get data, but guidance.
1. Briefing

Joint definition of the research question and scope. What exactly do you want to know? What level of detail do you need? Scope and deliverables are clarified before the project starts.

2. Research & Analysis

Systematic future analysis by the expert team. Searching the trend database, identifying relevant developments, collecting the best examples.

3. Assessment & Contextualization

Evaluation and prioritization of insights for your context. For custom trend radars: joint evaluation workshop with your team.

4. Delivery & Presentation

Prepared results in the agreed format. Presentation session with discussion and Q&A. Optional: Integration into your Trend Manager.

Case Studies

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Assembly technology & automation

Global competition, efficiency gains to counter the shortage of skilled workers, rapid AI development, and Industry 4.0 smart factories are the buzzwords of the transformation in.

Industrieller 3D-Druck, Additive Fertigung

TRENDONE investigated for the Additive Minds Academy which trends are accelerating the future of learning – as a Picture of the Future.

Media, regional press

The Heidenheimer Zeitung is a regional daily newspaper with approximately 90 permanent employees. We have been supporting the management on their journey for several years now.

Free Insights

Latest Trend Reports for Download

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Trendradar

The trend universe 2026
18 mega trends and 150 macro trends visualized. The mega trend map makes complex changes visible. Download now
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Trendradar

The trend radar for SMEs
As part of a comprehensive trend assessment, the trend radar for SMEs provides answers to the question of the most relevant trends.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Future Research differ from Trend Manager?

The Trend Manager is a self-service platform for your own trend monitoring. Future Research provides tailor-made analyses by our team of experts. Both can be combined: trend radars can be integrated directly into your trend manager.

How long does a project take?

Special research takes 2-4 weeks. We plan 4-8 weeks for a trend radar. The exact time frame depends on the scope.

Can we integrate the result into the trend manager?

Yes Trend radars can be imported directly into your trend manager. This allows you to continue working seamlessly with the results.

How many trends does a trend radar cover?

Typically 30-50 trends, depending on scope and issue. Together, we will define the appropriate scope for your situation.

Are you also working on very specific niche topics?

Yes With over 60,000 curated trends and our global scouting network, deep dives into specialized topics are also possible.

Speak directly with our foresight experts

Every foresight project begins with a conversation. Tell me about your challenge, and I'll show you which approach is right for you. A no-obligation, peer-to-peer discussion.
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