References Friedman, T. (2007). The world is flat. New York, NY: Farrar, Straus & Giroux. Gates, W. H. (1999). Business @ the speed of thought. New York, NY: Warner Books, Inc. Goldin, I. [Ted Talks]. (2009, July). Navigating our global future [Video file]. Retrieved from https://www.ted.com/talks/ian_goldin_navigating_our_global_future/transcript?referrer=playlist-what_does_the_future_look_like Wade, W., & Wade, W. (2012). 2. In Scenario planning: A field guide to the future (pp. 26-63). [John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, Adobe Digital Edition]. https://doi.org/https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/waldenu/detail.action?docID=818136. Watson, R., & Freeman, O. (2012). Futurevision: Scenarios for the world in 2040. Victoria, Australia: Scribe.

I have chosen two resources for discussion Friedman’s, The World is Flat (Friedman, 2007) and Gates’s Business @ the Speed of Thought (Gates, 1999). I read both books shortly after their publications. I found myself enthralled in an imaginary world of “what ifs.” Reflecting on each book both authors made predictions that are here today. The internet, computers for all, world economies, social connecting and changes brought on by technology in biogenetics, climate change, and financial crisis. Application Steps I take to keep abreast of future development include reading. Publications such as Scientific American, Smithsonian and newspapers develop my intuition. While professional specific journals such as Emergency Management, Global Emergency, and other trade specific articles help define my job skills. Reflection is essential to my application process as well. The meditative type of imaging depicts what is or what can be and helps me see where I fit into future changes and current preparedness. Perhaps, these are weak attempts at Einstein ’s thought experiments where he imagines himself as something else or external to the environmental condition.

I would agree with the statement to a point but put forth that people, who create the technology are driving the changes. Examples he cites are our cell phones processors more powerful than the Apollo computers. He also discusses genetics research as driving change for humanity, also driven by humans. Managing future change. Goldin suggests that we must keep on top of current trends driving our economy, health trends and business to business markets. He describes a genetically enhanced future where there is no retirement age. The collapse of biodiversity, climate change, pandemics and financial crisis. This is the wildcard leap scenario plan necessary for future planning. Although somewhat utopian by discounting greed, unlimited wants, power and the universal nature of things, we may undoubtedly design plans and work towards this future. However, as a society? Wade and Wade (2012) describe this future as the Big Grab where they predict the opposite in Goldin’s humane society telling us to get ready to pay significant cash. (Wade & Wade, 2012, p. 164) Resources

Wallach, A. (2017, January 3). How to think like a futurist. Retrieved from https://ideas.ted.com/three-ways-to-think-about-the-future/ Preparing for the Future through Insights, Resources, and Application (IRA) The TedTalk chose Navigating our Global Future by the director of the Oxford Marin School Ian Goldin. The talk was presented in 1999 at the TedGlobal Conference. I chose this TedTalk due to our recent discussions of strategic management wildcards and black swan events. I found Goldin’s presentation interesting because he is talking about bringing certainties to an uncertain future. Insights The future is uncertain. The statement is not radical or new. However, Goldin is reinforcing DDPA 8390 prior learning where he states we must recognize danger signs and predictors in order to remain viable in life and business. Globalization is leading to broad planet changes similar to that of species evolution, natural occurrences or disasters. Technology is driving change.

Application To keep abreast of future trends, within my organization, I will read trade publications, external assessment of military readiness and operations, and study emerging technologies. I will also spend time analyzing societal trends, as those are often reflected within military culture. This information will help me recognize where the military is heading and help me stay ahead of the power curve. Additionally, this information will aid in the development of my subordinates. References Gibson, D. (2018, July). Dan Gibson: How to build synthetic DNA and send it across the internet [Video file]. Retrieved from https://www.ted.com/talks/dan_gibson_how_to_build_synthetic_dna_and_send_it_across_the_internet

This video highlighted both the usefulness of the digital coding of DNA and the ability to create synthetic cells. Digital coding means the genetic coding of vaccines and medicines can be distributed across the globe in a matter of seconds. The ability to print this code at the touch of a button means that lives could be saved by the immediacy of the technology. Additionally, this technology could be expanded to create food, water, and other natural resources, thereby improving the overall quality of life for millions (Gibson, 2018). Resource Another resource regarding the future is Wallach’s article, How to think like a Futurist (2017). In this article Wallach provides three strategies on how to use a long-term focus to bring about change. First, transgenerational thinking, shapes one’s mindset to think about the long-term ramifications of an action oppose to short-term placations. Second is looking at the broad outcomes instead of focusing on one aspect. Third, is thinking beyond a problem to determine what benefits and consequences will arise after the problem is addressed (Wallach, 2017).

that's a good video Gibson, D. (2018, July). Dan Gibson: How to build synthetic DNA and send it across the internet [Video file]. Retrieved from https://www.ted.com/talks/dan_gibson_how_to_build_synthetic_dna_and_send_it_across_the_internet During the H1N1 he H1N1 the virus was extracted, implanted into eggs, and allowed to grow for several weeks before a vaccine was created. New DNA printing exponentially speeds up the process—vaccines can now be printed in less than twelve hours Essentially, this technology is the digital printing of synthetic DNA. Synthetic cells that are printed in laboratory settings are free-standing and self-replication just like natural cells Digital printing is based on DNA coding and enables the addition, deletion, and replication of cells This technology could be globally distributed easily and can print vaccines the moment a virus is identified and save lives Restrict monitoring is required to ensure that requests for digital printing are not malicious, such as toxins that could cause harm Application of this technology are endless