The world is undergoing a period of unprecedented change, characterised by a rising population, rapid economic growth, the spread of globalisation, pressure on the environment and continuing social, political and cultural divisions.

In spite of the success of the market in lifting millions of people in emerging countries out of poverty, we believe that the current frameworks in which it operates are leading to unsustainable outcomes. There is little point in having a vested interest in a global system that cannot endure. This would be a vested interest in failure. However, we believe that the market remains the most powerful proven means of stimulating innovation and achieving solutions that meet immediate consumer needs, although these solutions are not necessarily in line with long-term sustainability.

A look ahead at what tomorrow's global companies will look like.

Examples of companies looking ahead.