How to automate scenario monitoring with FIBRES?

Keeping scenarios relevant over time is one of the hardest parts of foresight work. Once scenarios are built, the world doesn’t stand still: trends shift, new signals emerge, and assumptions change. Continuous monitoring and signposting help track which scenarios are starting to materialize, but doing it manually can be time-consuming.

With FIBRES, this process becomes automatic. The platform continuously surfaces new data on the underlying phenomena linked to each scenario, helping foresight teams see which futures are gaining credibility without extra effort.

How FIBRES automates scenario monitoring

In FIBRES, every scenario can be linked to its underlying signals, trends, technologies, and megatrends. Once those connections are made, the system automatically detects and surfaces new content and updates related to those same phenomena.

This means that as the external environment evolves:

• Fresh signals and trend updates appear automatically.
• The system highlights which scenarios are becoming more or less plausible.
• Teams can focus on interpreting and responding, instead of collecting data manually.

The result is a continuous, automated feedback loop that keeps foresight outputs alive and relevant.

How to set up automated signposting in practice

Create scenarios in FIBRES as dedicated Scenario Portfolios.

• Link each scenario to the related future phenomena it’s based on.
• Once linked, FIBRES automatically monitors those underlying elements and suggests new, relevant information to your workspace.
• Review updates regularly to identify emerging signposts that indicate which scenarios may be unfolding in real life.

This simple setup turns scenario monitoring into a low-effort, high-impact part of your foresight practice.

Why automation changes the game for foresight teams

Automated scenario monitoring transforms foresight from static documentation into a living, evolving process.

Instead of periodic updates or manual research, FIBRES provides continuous insight into how external developments align with each scenario. This enables early detection of change, proactive strategy adjustments, and more confident decision-making.

In essence, it allows organizations to stay ahead of unfolding futures – without the heavy lift.