Why Global Head of HP Tech Strategy & Ventures Andrew Bolwell Believes We all have the Ability to think like a Futurist

For the HP Labs teams and specifically Andrew Bolwell, Global Head, HP Tech Ventures & Incubation, this type of mindset is a job requirement. As change continues to accelerate around us, how quickly we respond to trends, new technologies, and industry shifts will determine long term business viability and where investment for growth is needed. In this issue of Innovation, Bolwell shares the power behind his visionary work and how you, too, can think like a futurist.

No one can predict the future, but understanding the global socioeconomic, demographic, and technological shifts that are shaping the world around us can help point the way. It’s important to understand how these trends will influence our human experiences—from how and where we work, to how we make things, to how we stay healthy, learn, and live our lives. Being aware of these shifts enables you to spot new opportunities, reach your goals, and make plans based on the world of the future, not the world of the past.

For example, prior to the pandemic only a quarter of US workers did some work at home. During the pan- demic that number skyrocketed to more than 80%. The future of work will undoubtedly see many jobs becoming primarily hybrid. Many employees will do their desk work at home or at coworking spaces, while offices transform into places employees go to collabo-rate and innovate as a team.