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Scouting tips

Scouting is an iterative process.
We recommend starting broadly and openly and gradually adapting the topic.

Formulation of questions and exclusion of topics

You can easily customize questions and topics that interest you:
Add topics to your question that you would like to see given more consideration.
‍Exclude topics that are less relevant.

This allows you to tailor the results to your individual interests and goals.

‍Examples:

  • What are the latest findings and breakthroughs in LiDAR technologies? Add results on autonomous driving.
  • How will artificial intelligence change agriculture and how can the technology be best utilized? Add results to Precision Agriculture.
  • How will banking change in the future? Add results on customer service and artificial intelligence.
  • How will healthcare systems develop in the future? Exclude results on telemedicine and wearable technologies.
  • What does the future of work look like? Exclude results on factory automation.
  • How will shopping experiences change in the future? Exclude results on logistics and supply chains.
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Customization of questions by adding and excluding topics
AI scouts: ask questions, exclude and focus on topics
AI scouts: ask questions, exclude and focus on topics
Iterative scouting

Design the scouting process iteratively. Don't start too narrowly and "open up" in the first step. Take a look at the results, discover new topics and let yourself be inspired. You can then gradually select more specific terms in your scouts and focus on one topic area.

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