“The map started out as a outline of technologies, grouped by areas of similarity. When I realized that I wanted to convey more dimensions of data (such as relation, likely importance and how far in the future they’re due), I figured a visualization was the best approach. It hopefully proves how individual technologies are part of bigger trends, as well as makes the different scenarios easier to comprehend. Furthermore, I wanted the map to provoke thought in those who read it and stimulate engaging debates about the nature of technology”.(michell zappa)