SOIF is an approved provider of foresight and futures to UK Government under the “Futures Framework” (1902/05/2019) run by GO-Science within the Department of Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy.

If you are a public sector organisation interested in procuring work through the framework, you can download a copy of our prospectus from this page.

How we can help

Whether you are looking for insights into the future of a particular issue, conducting a strategic review, or looking to improve your own capability and skills, SOIF can help you – from design through to policy creation. 

  • Experts in the use of foresight in governments, with special expertise in global practice in strategic planning, open government, democracy and deliberation 
  • Qualitative and data-driven research into future trends, uncertainties and emerging issues including horizon scans or deep dives 
  • Programmatic support to integrate foresight into strategy, policy, or risk management, to drive transformation, or set up a new unit 
  • Skills development, mentoring, coaching and training for individuals and teams at a strategic, operational or executive level.

Contact

Download our Prospectus.

For more information please get in touch with caroline@soif.org.uk or contact GO-Science at futures@go-science.gov.uk