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World Economic Forum Transformation Maps: Positive tipping points

Target GroupBachelor, Executive Education, Master, PhDResource TypeInfographics, ReportDomainGeneral KnowledgeDuration< 1h, 1h to ≤ 2hAuthorWorld Economic Forum
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A woman's hand pointing at a location on a world map inside a car, highlighting navigation and travel planning.

Summary

The World Economic Forum’s Strategic Intelligence platform is a dynamic system providing contextual intelligence to help users trace relationships and interdependencies between global issues, supporting informed decision-making. Co-curated with leading experts from academia, think tanks, and international organizations, the platform maps hundreds of global issues through interactive transformation maps. It uses AI technology to curate relevant publications, videos, data visualizations, and identify emerging trends across economies, industries, and systems. The platform serves governments, businesses, and organizations navigating complex global challenges and transformational change.

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How to use

Use for strategic analysis in policy, international relations, or business strategy courses. Access transformation maps for interdisciplinary research. Apply for trend analysis and scenario planning exercises. Use in executive education for systems thinking development. Suitable for graduate research on global issues, strategic decision-making courses, and professional development programs requiring comprehensive issue analysis.

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Infographics

Teach students to deconstruct visual arguments by identifying how design choices influence perception. Students should evaluate information hierarchy, data accuracy, and potential bias in representation. Use infographics as models for synthesizing complex information into accessible formats. Challenge students to verify sources and consider what information might be missing or oversimplified.

Report

Provide detailed formatting guidelines and evaluation criteria upfront. Students should demonstrate comprehensive understanding through systematic analysis and clear communication. Establish peer review processes to improve quality before final submission. Use reports as capstone experiences that integrate multiple course concepts and demonstrate advanced analytical capabilities.

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