horizon scanning
noun [ U ] uk/həˈraɪ.zən ˌskæn.ɪŋ/ us/həˈraɪ.zən ˌskæn.ɪŋ/
天际线扫描（了解未来的走向与变化，尤其是认识新技术和新风险，以帮助企业部门做规划）
the activity of trying to understand what is likely to happen or change in the future, especially what new technologies or risks are likely to appear, often done to help a business or organization with its planning
The security services are involved in horizon scanning, anticipating possible terrorist targets such as a major sporting event or political conference.
The role involves projecting future demand for medical services, including horizon scanning for new developments and technologies. 该角色涉及预测未来对医疗服务的需求，包括对新发展和新技术的天际线扫描。
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- The plan involves "horizon scanning", which means having teams of specialists to assess any circumstance that could lead to an emergency.
- In the context of higher education, horizon scanning can help institutions to identify both internal and external factors that may impact them in the future.
- Horizon scanning is the systematic analysis of potential threats and opportunities and likely future developments.