This document summarizes conclusions from a workshop on predicting the future and discusses several reports on emerging trends. It finds that technological change will continue rapidly, requiring organizations to respond flexibly. It advocates evidence-based monitoring of developments and open interpretation of implications. Several reports are highlighted, including from NMC, IFLA and ETAG, identifying trends like increased mobility, openness and challenges to traditional models of education. Scenario planning is proposed to help organizations prepare for potential futures.