This document discusses several methods for forecasting the future: extrapolation, scenarios, futures markets, environmental scanning, and the Delphi method. It provides examples and limitations of each. Extrapolation analyzes past trends to predict the future but does not account for disruptions. Scenarios develop stories about potential futures. Futures markets allow people to bet on possible future events. Environmental scanning monitors many sources for patterns. The Delphi method gather experts to iteratively discuss and rank their opinions. The document aims to help organizations apprehend emerging technologies and better anticipate the future.