Patterns
Patterns of technological transformation are mental models & heuristics for extrapolating the future of technology.
What are Patterns?
- Certainties among uncertainty;
- Historical observations about how technologies have developed over time;
- Framework for defining technological progress;
- Public study group on Envisioning Slack.
How to use Patterns?
- Create future scenarios and models;
- Validate technological possibilities.
- Understand factors of change governing future developments.
Patterns
Everywhereness (What is Technology?)
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Technology Readiness Level (TRL)
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Combinatorial Evolution
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Exponential Change
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Unintended Consequences
Every successfully deployed technology is bound to have effects beyond intended scope. AKA Externalities.
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Three Horizons
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