Welcome to the Future Matters Driver’s Database, this section of the website contains a collection of futures based information on the most influential trends which are dictating the future direction of the region.

The drivers shown on this website have been identified by monitoring the major trends which are operating on a global basis and developed through an in-depth research process involving Future Matters and its partners. Our research is conducted through a combination of desk research and our interaction with regional stakeholders and leading figures within the private, public and voluntary sectors. Our unique approach and interactive consultation approach allows use to take global drivers and apply them on a regional level.

Future Matters has created a comprehensive collection of futures based data placing the region in a national and international context. The drivers have been split into three sections; business, people and place, and cover a wide variety of issues ranging from the impact of social networks, to the levels of exports in the North East, to view each of the sections simply click the relevant link in the menu above.