Creating a mental picture of the desired outcome of intentions. Imagining what you would like to create.

An ugly and slightly misleading word, though widely used. See envisioning.

A strategic process through which a company, industry, or profession analyzes the potential effects of current and projected macro forces, develops future scenarios, defines and assesses its core competencies and values, and begins to plot strategy for achieving its vision for the future. The purpose of creating a vision for the future is to enable us to take the appropriate actions to make our optimum future happen.

Group processes for envisioning the future.

Bringing together stakeholders from all across a community to create a vision for the future, define short- and long-term goals and establish plans for action.