“Pattern recognition" according to IQ test designers is a key determinant of a person’s potential to think logically, verbally, numerically, and spatially. Compared to all mental abilities, pattern recognition is said to have the highest correlation with the so-called general intelligence factor (Kurzweil, 2012)”
“Seeing The World Through Patterns,” Robert C. Barkman, PhD, Psychology Today
Applying pattern recognition to the discreet moves of a business plan can give an organization a distinct advantage over its competition.
Organizations use pattern recognition to "think ahead" regarding moves and resulting outcomes in business planning.
Successful "thinking ahead" in business planning focuses on just thinking two moves ahead: The Two Move Move.
Thinking beyond two moves offers too many outcomes and can paralyze actions with endless circles of confusion