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trend-analysis

Research online market data and synthesize PESTEL trend matrices with Mermaid diagrams.

1|Updated Nov 29, 2025
Search Tags:#mermaid#scenario#analyze#web-research#weak-signals#trend#pestel
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/SSiertsema/claude-code-plugins --skill trend-analysis-ssiertsema
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: trend-analysis
Source: https://github.com/SSiertsema/claude-code-plugins/tree/main/trend-analysis/skills/trend-analysis
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/SSiertsema/claude-code-plugins --skill trend-analysis-ssiertsema

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Autonomous trend analysis that reduces manual research time by autonomously gathering data, synthesizing it into actionable insights, and presenting structured outputs for decision-making.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • PESTEL scans: Macro-environmental analyses across political, economic, social, technological, environmental, and legal factors.
  • Trend classification: Distinguishes megatrends, trends, and fads with impact guidance and timing estimates.
  • Weak signals: Detects fringe signals from diverse sources to flag emerging opportunities or risks.
  • Scenario sketching: Generates 2x2 scenario matrices and narrative futures to inform strategic options.
  • Mermaid diagrams: Outputs diagrams for visualization with optional PNG export.

Quick Start

Provide a product, company, or industry name to initiate autonomous trend analysis.

Frequently Asked Questions about trend-analysis

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I perform an autonomous PESTEL scan for market trends?▼

A PESTEL scan analyzes macro-environmental factors by autonomously gathering online data across political, economic, social, technological, environmental, and legal dimensions, synthesizing the findings into structured trend matrices to inform strategic decisions.

What is the difference between weak signals and megatrends in trend classification?▼

Trend classification distinguishes megatrends, trends, and fads by evaluating impact and timing estimates. Weak signals specifically detect fringe data from diverse sources to flag emerging opportunities or risks before they become broader trends.

How do I generate scenario sketches and Mermaid diagrams from web research?▼

Scenario sketching generates 2x2 scenario matrices and narrative futures from web-research data. It synthesizes researched trends into Mermaid diagrams, with optional PNG export, to visually map strategic options and potential market trajectories.

Can I use automated trend analysis for corporate strategy without manual research?▼

Automated trend analysis reduces manual research time by autonomously performing web-based data gathering and synthesis. It is explicitly designed for product teams, corporate strategy, and market intelligence groups seeking macro trend insights across industries.

What inputs do I need to start an autonomous market trend analysis?▼

To initiate autonomous trend analysis, you simply provide a product, company, or industry name. The system then autonomously handles the web research, PESTEL scans, weak-signal detection, and scenario generation.

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