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Project Hindsight

Project Hindsight is a strategy organisation which helps clients leverage their

past to enhance their future. With a track record of success, we apply history and historical evidence to address real-world issues.

From hindsight to foresight

We were inspired by a visionary program undertaken by the U.S. military in the 1960s. Its retrospective research spanned forty man-years, required thirteen teams of scientists, and examined an annual expenditure of $300-$400 million (now $3-4 billion).

This study revealed that the majority of useful defence expenditure was in technology development rather than basic research as had been assumed. This finding directly influenced the U.S. military’s future strategy.

 

A UK-based venture, Project Hindsight seeks to produce similarly useful findings for our clients. 

Current Research & Initiatives

Our current research portfolio comprises three major projects.

Memory decay

Leaders and researchers report declining institutional memory and related organisational performance. Digital disruption, restructuring, workforce demography, global workflows, and data challenges all contribute. Our investigations into ‘memory decay’ are currently underway.

Metaforecasting

Organisations the world over rely on forecasts for strategy development and decision-making, yet far less work goes into evaluating their effectiveness. Our database of forecasts from the past century provides a truly unique evidence base to strengthen futures thinking.

Labs

 

Project Hindsight Labs is our newest initiative. Reflecting on our public event on consultancy, we realised that many people interested in our work might want to bring their ideas to us and have them addressed in real time, producing actionable next steps. Our most recent Labs programme, featuring brilliant guests, took place in 2024 (all 30min recordings here).

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Want to work with us or ask questions about our research? Get in touch using this form!

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