Global Futures Intelligence System (GFIS)

Global Futures Intelligence System (GFIS) – Historical Overview

Important Note

GFIS is no longer available and its future is uncertain. This page is maintained as a historical record due to its significance and the numerous external references to it. If you are looking for information or functionality once provided by GFIS, we regret to inform you that it is no longer accessible. Please contact The Millennium Project directly for any inquiries.

The History of GFIS

The Global Futures Intelligence System (GFIS) was a pioneering software platform created by The Millennium Project. It integrated global futures research, advanced decision-making tools, and expert collaboration to address critical global challenges. Although no longer operational, GFIS left a lasting impact on the field of futures studies and collaborative intelligence.

Development and Purpose

Launched to unify and enhance The Millennium Project’s resources, GFIS was designed as an all-in-one platform to:

  1. Provide access to comprehensive research on 15 Global Challenges.
  2. Host over 50 topics of futures research, ranging from finance and economics to science and technology.
  3. Offer detailed guidance on 37 different futures research methodologies.
  4. Integrate decision-making tools like Real-Time Delphi to enable global collaboration and expert input.

The platform embodied the organization’s mission to leverage collective intelligence for addressing global issues, fostering a global network of experts, policymakers, and researchers.

Key Features of GFIS (Historical)

1. Integrated Resources

GFIS combined The Millennium Project’s vast library of futures research, methods, and tools into a single, user-friendly platform. Subscribers could:

  • Access over 10,000 pages of futures research.
  • Explore 1,300 pages of futures methodologies.
  • Engage with up-to-date content on the 15 Global Challenges.

2. Collaborative Intelligence

Users could interact with experts worldwide through discussion forums, Real-Time Delphi studies, and scenario planning tools. This interaction aimed to:

  • Generate synergies between data, software, and human expertise.
  • Support decision-makers with a range of insights on global issues.

3. Real-Time Updates

Unlike static publications, GFIS was continuously updated with:

  • New research and findings.
  • Annotated scanning items and curated news.
  • Feedback and contributions from its global user base.

4. Global Reach

GFIS offered multilingual support, including built-in Google translation for 52 languages, making it accessible to a diverse audience of scholars, policymakers, and practitioners.

Historical Contributions

GFIS was instrumental in advancing:

  • Global Collaboration: Facilitated discussions and solutions among experts from governments, businesses, NGOs, and academia.
  • Futures Research: Provided a unique resource for exploring scenarios, strategies, and solutions for global challenges.
  • Educational Tools: Served as a platform for teaching and learning about futures methodologies and global foresight.

Examples of its impact include:

  • Improved understanding of global trends and challenges.
  • Enhanced decision-making processes through Real-Time Delphi applications.
  • Increased accessibility of futures research to a global audience.

Legacy of GFIS

Although GFIS is no longer operational, its vision and contributions continue to inspire futures research and collaborative intelligence efforts. The Millennium Project remains committed to advancing these goals through new initiatives and resources.

For Further Information

If you have questions or are seeking specific resources, please explore The Millennium Project’s website or contact us directly.

Thank you for your interest in the history of GFIS and its role in advancing global foresight and collaboration.