Mastering the Art of Design Fiction: 5 Key Takeaways from Air Liquide’s Workshop at Paris Talks 2023
Paris Talks 2023 hosted an Air Liquide foresight department-facilitated workshop on the ideas festival day in March 2023 at the Bnf. The workshop titled “Mastering the Art of Design Fiction: A Day in Paris in 2050” was facilitated by Marianne Julien, Foresight Facilitator at Air Liquide’s innovation lab.
In this workshop, participants discovered state-of-the-art predictive and forecasting methodologies used by the world’s leading corporations and learned how to elevate their strategic planning skills and master the art of scenario design. This workshop took participants into the future to explore how humans could relate to technologies, living species, and each other.
Let’s dive into the importance of such workshops for creative and innovative skills.
The Importance of Strategic-Thinking Tools
Strategic-thinking tools such as design fiction are crucial for any industry to stay ahead of the game. In today’s fast-paced world, innovation is key, and keeping up with the latest trends and technologies is crucial for businesses to remain competitive. Workshops such as “Mastering the Art of Design Fiction” offer participants an opportunity to learn about state-of-the-art predictive and forecasting methodologies used by leading corporations. This enables them to elevate their strategic planning skills and master the art of scenario design.
The Importance of Playing with Such Tools Frequently
Playing with strategic-thinking tools is important for both individuals and businesses to foster creative and innovative skills. It allows individuals to break free from their usual way of thinking and explore new ways of problem-solving. The same applies to businesses – by playing with such tools frequently, businesses can develop an innovative culture that promotes creative thinking and problem-solving.
The Importance of Learning Experiences at Paris Talks
Paris Talks is a platform that values learning and knowledge sharing.
The support of businesses in sharing their knowledge with attendees is helpful in making such learning experiences possible. Workshops like “Mastering the Art of Design Fiction” offer attendees a unique opportunity to broaden their horizons and learn how to create a better world. Through these workshops, attendees can explore new perspectives and develop new skills that they can apply to their personal and professional lives.
Concrete Results Achieved
The “Mastering the Art of Design Fiction” workshop was a great success, with participants raving about the skills they learned and the knowledge they gained. By exploring the future of Paris in 2050, participants were able to develop scenarios and strategies for dealing with potential challenges and opportunities. They also had the chance to develop their creative and innovative skills, which are vital in today’s fast-changing world.
Workshops like “Mastering the Art of Design Fiction” are a vital part of the learning experience at Paris Talks. By providing attendees with an opportunity to learn about state-of-the-art predictive and forecasting methodologies, and master the art of scenario design, these workshops aim to promote strategic thinking and problem-solving skills. The support of businesses in sharing their knowledge with attendees is invaluable in making such learning experiences possible. Paris Talks remains committed to fostering a culture of learning and knowledge-sharing, and workshops like these are a testament to that commitment.
