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1. is this the same thing?
   Michelle
   I’ve not heard of the name “future alternatives mapping” but I often use a tool called “Downstream Impact Analysis”. This is a planning tool that looks at what might be the later impact on differnet stakeholders or parts of a process if you change something. I usually use a two fold method;firstly reversing the 5 M’s of cause and effect on a fishbone diagram to investigate those areas, then brainstorming the stakeholders and doing the same for/with them
   I hope that helps…if you want to know more feel free to call on 07812 170391

2. another alternative
   Michelle,

   You might like to have a look at the “Future-Basing” process developed by Bill Phillips. It has previously been referred to as “Future mapping”

3. Future Alternatives Mapping
   Not sure what you are looking for exactly, but if you email me just a little more detail on what you’re trying to achieve, I may have tools and techniques that may help.
   (PS: used to work with a Michelle Rafferty, if you recognise my name, it may be we’ve “re-united”! if not , still get in touch!)

4. Also called scenario planning?
   I think you are referring to Scenario planning. See:

   http://www.m1creativity.com/map2003/cort/support/scenplan.htm

   Use google to find lots of information.