This chapter introduces foresight and strategic planning as interdisciplinary approaches to understanding and shaping the future. It explores the distinction between forecasting and strategic foresight, emphasizing the role of imagination and evidence-based methodologies in constructing scenarios and planning strategies. The chapter discusses foresight as both a science and an art, considering its philosophical underpinnings and practical applications. Through historical and interdisciplinary perspectives, it highlights foresight’s capacity to address complex challenges and reduce bias in future-oriented decision-making.