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trend-scout

Identify and analyze emerging industry trends across multiple dimensions and planning horizons.

12|2|Updated Mar 4, 2026
Search Tags:#AI#strategic planning#market research#bilingual#foresight#trend scouting
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npx skills add https://github.com/cogni-work/cogni-works --skill trend-scout
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Skill: trend-scout
Source: https://github.com/cogni-work/cogni-works/tree/main/cogni-tips/skills/trend-scout
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cogni-work/cogni-works --skill trend-scout

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires jq, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the identification and analysis of emerging industry trends, saving significant time and effort in market research and strategic planning.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Trend Scouting: Identifies and analyzes trends across 4 dimensions and 3 horizons using a robust methodology.
  • Bilingual Support: Operates seamlessly in both English and German.
  • Data-Driven Insights: Generates 60 scored trend candidates with detailed metadata, ready for deeper analysis.
  • Use Case: Use this Skill when starting new market research, scouting for innovation opportunities, or preparing input for strategic planning sessions. It helps uncover critical trends that might otherwise be missed.

Quick Start

Use the trend-scout skill to scout for trends in the automotive industry.

Frequently Asked Questions about trend-scout

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate industry trend scouting for strategic planning?▼

Automated trend scouting identifies emerging industry trends across multiple dimensions and planning horizons. It leverages web research, academic APIs, patent databases, funding signals, and job market data to generate 60 scored trend candidates for strategic planning.

What data sources are used for identifying emerging market trends?▼

Emerging market trends are identified using bilingual web research, academic APIs, patent databases, funding signals, and job market data. These sources are analyzed across 4 dimensions and 3 horizons to produce scored trend candidates.

Do I need jq installed to run the trend-scout Skill?▼

Yes, jq is required as a dependency to run the trend-scout Skill. You must have jq installed in your environment to process the JSON data generated during the automated trend scouting workflow.

Can I conduct market research in both English and German?▼

Yes, the market research and trend scouting process operates seamlessly in both English and German. It gathers bilingual web research and data signals to identify innovation opportunities across different regions.

How do I perform deeper analysis on the generated trend candidates?▼

To perform deeper analysis on the generated trend candidates, the Skill integrates with deeper-research-0. This integration allows you to conduct subsequent analysis on the 60 scored trends after the initial scouting phase.

What is the best way to scout for innovation opportunities in a specific industry?▼

Scouting for innovation opportunities in a specific industry is best accomplished by analyzing funding signals, patent databases, and job market data across multiple planning horizons. This automated approach uncovers critical trends that manual research might miss.

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