Short views and hints on information, knowledge and scenarios

Michael Kristiansson

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Abstract

This article discusses information and knowledge in relation to scenario planning (van der Heijden) and considers the type of information that is relied on/included as well as the nature of knowledge produced by the scenario planning sequence. In addition, the chief tools and processes drawn upon in producing the scenario-related knowledge are examined. Furthermore, the author discusses what purposes scenario planning can be used for as well as an evaluative approach to strengths and weaknesses along with the requirements to be made to the scenario planning process and the informational basis that is included.
Translated title of the contributionSynspunkter omkring information, viden og scenariefortællinger
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationFrom first to third via cybersemiotics : A festschrift honoring professor Søren Brier on occation of his 60th birthday
EditorsTorkild Thellefsen, Bent Sørensen, Paul Cobley
Number of pages17
Place of PublicationFrederiksberg
PublisherSamfundslitteratur
Publication date2011
Pages377-93
ISBN (Print)9788770710282
Publication statusPublished - 2011

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