Foresight Methodology and Commonly Used Methods in the New Generation Foresight

This chapter provides an overview of the Foresight methods, which were used in the South African Foresight for STI (SAForSTI) process. The SAForSTI 2030 exercise brought together a variety of qualitative and quantitative Foresight methods with innovations in their use. Over years, Foresight has embraced a spectrum of quantitative and qualitative methods from various disciplines to establish consensus among key stakeholders, identify global challenges and opportunities, explore technologies and markets, and develop alternative scenarios, visions, priorities, policies, strategies, and action. The chapter delves into the 15 most commonly used methods in Foresight, exploring their advantages, limitations, and practical applications.