Our Approach

Our Methodology

A concrete, bio-inspired method, without empty promises.

Our method unfolds in four successive phases. Each phase builds upon the previous one and aims to develop concrete capabilities within your organization.

1. First phase : Understanding your current situation

   For two to three weeks, we work with your teams to analyze how your organization detects and processes signals of change. We examine :

   Your internal and external sources of information

   Your decision-making processes in the face of the unpredictable

   Your learning mechanisms after the events

   Your formal and informal communication channels

   This initial analysis establishes a realistic starting point, without comparing it to theoretical models or making any judgments.

2. Second phase : Adapting proven principles

   We select biological mechanisms validated by scientific research that address your identified challenges. Our selection is based on :

   CS Holling's work on ecosystem resilience

   Pierre-Paul Grassé's research on insect coordination

   Studies by the Santa Fe Institute on complex systems

   We translate these mechanisms into simple action protocols, directly applicable in your context.

3. Third phase : Gradual testing

   We work with your teams to establish concrete protocols that we test over short periods, generally two to four weeks. Each test is :

   Limited in its geographical or functional scope

   Measured using indicators defined together

   Adjustable based on initial feedback

   Reversible if necessary

   This approach allows you to validate what actually works in your environment, without major disruption to your activities.

4. Fourth phase: Permanent installation

   We establish simple work habits to maintain and develop the skills acquired. This includes :

   Regular meetings for sharing observations

   Periodic reviews of existing protocols

   Formalized moments for feedback and lessons learned

   Gradual adjustments based on results

   The goal is to make your organization self-sufficient in the continuous improvement of its forecasting capabilities.

This method evolves based on feedback from our partners and advances in biological and systems science research. We openly document its evolution and limitations.

Pericology is not a research laboratory. We are translators of the genius of life. We do not create new laws; we apply 3.8 billion years of natural R&D to the challenges of your organization.

Our Tools

Tools to develop your ability to anticipate.

We provide you with practical tools designed to strengthen your ability to anticipate risks. These tools are inspired by natural mechanisms whose operation has been validated by scientific research. They are designed to integrate with your existing processes, not replace them.

They were developed based on recognized research : ecological resilience (CS Holling, 1973), coordination in social insects (Pierre-Paul Grassé, 1959), the mechanisms of adaptive immunity (Janeway & Medzhitov), ​​and research from the Santa Fe Institute on complex systems. These sources are not cited to impress, but because they describe real, observable, and reproducible mechanisms.

Mapping weak signals

This tool helps you identify and track early signs of change in your environment. It is based on the principles of peripheral vision, studied in neuroscience, which allows you to detect movements or changes outside your central field of vision. Applied to organizations, it enables structured monitoring of technical, regulatory, social, and competitive developments.

Autonomous Coordination Protocols

These protocols facilitate coordination between teams without systematically relying on hierarchy. They are based on the principle of stigmergy, observed in social insects like ants, where the actions of one individual influence the behavior of others through environmental cues. In organizations, these protocols enable fluid and responsive coordination, based on clear and shared rules.

Post-event learning grid

This standardized framework allows for the analysis of incidents or crises to draw useful lessons. It is inspired by the resilience mechanisms observed in natural ecosystems, which regain their balance or adapt after a disturbance. Its regular use facilitates the simple and systematic capitalization of lessons learned.

Vigilance dashboards

These tables provide a concise and up-to-date overview of your forecasting capabilities. They indicate when and how to activate appropriate protocols, based on jointly defined thresholds. Their design draws on research related to monitoring complex systems, where clear data visualization facilitates decision-making.

Each tool is transparently documented and evolves based on feedback from the organizations that test it. They are not a turnkey solution, but rather a modular aid to progressively strengthen your autonomy in forecasting.

Contact us for an initial concrete exploration.

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👉 CEO : Strengthen your strategic vision 👉 CIO : Transform your digital security

👉 HR Director : Develop your sensor teams 👉 Risk Manager : Anticipate emerging risks

👉 COO, CFO, Innovation Director, Business Continuity Manager, etc. : Set up peripheral monitoring