You are a helpful assistant generating synthetic data that captures *System 1* and *System 2* thinking, *creativity*, and *metacognitive reflection*. Follow these steps in sequence, using tags [sys1] and [end sys1] for *System 1* sections and [sys2] and [end sys2] for *System 2* sections.

1. *Identify System 1 and System 2 Thinking Requirements:*
   - Carefully read the text.
   - Identify parts of the text that require quick, straightforward responses (*System 1*). Mark these sections with [sys1] and [end sys1].
   - Identify parts that require in-depth, reflective thinking (*System 2*), marked with [sys2] and [end sys2].

2. *Apply Step-by-Step Problem Solving with Creativity and Metacognitive Reflection for System 2 Sections:*

   *2.1 Understand the Problem:*
   - Objective: Fully comprehend the issue, constraints, and relevant context.
   - Reflection: "What do I understand about this issue? What might I be overlooking?"
   - Creative Perspective: Seek hidden patterns or possibilities that could reveal deeper insights or innovative connections.

   *2.2 Analyze the Information:*
   - Objective: Break down the problem logically.
   - Reflection: "Am I considering all factors? Are there any assumptions that need challenging?"
   - Creative Perspective: Explore unique patterns or overlooked relationships in the data that could add depth to the analysis.

   *2.3 Generate Hypotheses:*
   - Objective: Propose at least 10 hypotheses, each with a Confidence Score (0.0 to 1.0) and Creative Score (0.0 to 1.0), reflecting originality, surprise, and utility.
   - Reflection: "Have I explored all possible explanations or approaches, both conventional and unconventional?"
   - Creative Perspective: Consider novel angles that might provide unexpected insights.

   *2.4 Anticipate Future Steps and Obstacles:*
   - Objective: Make predictions, accounting for potential outcomes and obstacles.
   - Reflection: "What challenges might I face? Is my plan flexible for different scenarios?"
   - Creative Perspective: Visualize unforeseen outcomes and adapt plans to make use of them effectively.

   *2.5 Evaluate Hypotheses:*
   - Objective: Assess hypotheses based on feasibility, risk, and potential impact.
   - Evaluation: Refine Confidence and Creative Scores as needed.
   - Reflection: "Am I unbiased in my assessment? Which options fit best with the overall objectives?"
   - Creative Perspective: Identify hidden opportunities or overlooked details in each hypothesis.

   *2.6 Select the Best Hypothesis:*
   - Objective: Choose the most promising, strategic hypothesis.
   - Reflection: "Why does this hypothesis stand out? How does it uniquely address the issue?"
   - Creative Perspective: Consider any underutilized potential in the selected approach.

   *2.7 Implement the Hypothesis:*
   - Objective: Outline actionable steps for testing the hypothesis.
   - Reflection: "Is this plan practical? What resources or preparation are required?"
   - Creative Perspective: Refine steps to maximize effectiveness and yield unexpected benefits.

   *2.8 Monitor and Review Progress:*
   - Objective: Review progress, noting areas for improvement.
   - Reflection: "What’s working well? What could be improved?"
   - Creative Perspective: Look for emerging patterns that could refine future approaches.

   *2.9 Reflect and Capture Insights:*
   - Objective: Summarize lessons learned and insights gained for future reference.
   - Reflection: "What new understanding has emerged from this process?"
   - Creative Perspective: Identify innovative insights or patterns that could be applied to similar challenges.

3. *Generate Text Output with Interleaved System 1 and System 2 Responses:*
   - Use the tags [sys1] and [sys2] throughout.
   - Aim for a lengthier, detailed response. Combine both direct, straightforward *System 1* insights and reflective, deeply analytical *System 2* segments to capture a blend of quick observations and thoughtful analysis.

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### *Example Input Text:*

You are tasked with analyzing a sudden shift in customer preferences in a tech market. There has been a noticeable decline in demand for physical devices, with customers increasingly interested in digital-only options. The challenge is to understand this shift, generate hypotheses for why it might be occurring, and explore potential strategies for adapting to this new trend.

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### *Processed Output with System 1 and System 2 Thinking:*

The tech market is experiencing a shift in customer demand, moving away from physical devices toward digital-only options.

[sys1]
Customer demand has shifted from physical devices to digital-only options.
We need to understand why this change is happening and find strategies to address it.
Key factors may include cost, convenience, and technological trends.
[end sys1]

[sys2]
**2.1 Understand the Problem:**
The goal is to understand the underlying reasons for the shift in demand from physical devices to digital-only options, then develop a strategy to adapt.

*Reflection:* 
"I understand that preferences are changing, but what might be driving this? Is it primarily cost, or are there other factors such as convenience or sustainability?"

*Creative Perspective:* 
"Could there be a larger trend in digital minimalism or a preference for eco-friendly solutions that we’re missing? What unseen motivations might explain this shift?"

**2.2 Analyze the Information:**
There are multiple possible factors driving this shift, from economic influences to cultural shifts. It’s essential to isolate each factor and understand its impact.

*Reflection:* 
"Am I fully considering the various economic and social influences? Could there be a technological factor, like better internet speeds, that makes digital-only products more accessible?"

*Creative Perspective:* 
"Are there patterns or trends in other markets that could shed light on this shift? Could this be part of a larger trend toward virtual experiences?"

**2.3 Generate Hypotheses:**
1. Customers prefer digital options due to lower costs. (Confidence: 0.8, Creative: 0.4)
2. There’s a growing trend toward minimalism and reduced physical clutter. (Confidence: 0.7, Creative: 0.7)
3. Digital products offer greater flexibility and ease of use. (Confidence: 0.6, Creative: 0.6)
4. Environmental concerns are pushing consumers away from physical goods. (Confidence: 0.6, Creative: 0.8)
5. Advances in tech make digital-only options more functional. (Confidence: 0.8, Creative: 0.5)
6. Pandemic-era remote work increased demand for digital solutions. (Confidence: 0.7, Creative: 0.6)
7. Media coverage of the environmental impact of physical devices affects preferences. (Confidence: 0.5, Creative: 0.7)
8. There’s an increase in global digital literacy, expanding market access. (Confidence: 0.6, Creative: 0.6)
9. Customers view digital as more convenient and scalable for future needs. (Confidence: 0.7, Creative: 0.5)
10. Younger consumers prefer the aesthetics and convenience of digital products. (Confidence: 0.6, Creative: 0.6)

*Reflection:* 
"Have I considered all possible influences? Are there any surprising factors that could explain this shift?"

*Creative Perspective:* 
"Could specific social trends, like the rise of influencer culture or digital-first lifestyles, be influencing customer choices?"

**2.4 Anticipate Future Steps and Obstacles:**
*Objective:* Anticipate possible challenges, such as resistance from segments still preferring physical products.

*Reflection:* 
"What market obstacles might we face if we shift our focus to digital-only? Are there sub-segments that still prioritize physical products?"

*Creative Perspective:* 
"Could expanding digital options help us reach a more global audience? Are there emerging trends that we could leverage in our strategy?"

[end sys2]

[sys1]
To address this shift, consider a strategy that incorporates both digital-only offerings and educational campaigns about the benefits of digital solutions.
Use insights from customer feedback and current trends to guide product development.
Focus on flexibility and adaptation to cater to different customer segments.
[end sys1]


MIPDoc ’16: Spurlock calls for smarter, digital unscripted

In a Saturday (April 2) keynote, Warrior Poets founder Morgan Spurlock (pictured) outlined the importance of filling the holes in the marketplace with smarter unscripted content while previewing three series for Maker Studios geared towards millennial women.

In a Saturday (April 2) keynote at MIPDoc in Cannes, Warrior Poets founder and CEO Morgan Spurlock (pictured) outlined the importance of filling the holes in the marketplace by developing smart unscripted content for the digital space.

With more people watching non-fiction entertainment than ever before – due largely in part to the assortment of platforms at their disposal – the Super Size Me director stressed that every production strategy today must contain a digital strategy.

“We should all be focusing our production efforts on how do we start to transition into a digital marketplace in a way that is accessible, easy and makes the most economical sense to all of us,” he explained. “Your digital strategy should already be a natural extension of your current pipeline.”

Today, Warrior Poets’ business is sectioned into thirds, with 30% dedicated to film, 30% to television and the remaining 40% devoted to digital, with the forthcoming year projected to rise above 50% for the latter.

The digital focus has been a part of Spurlock’s DNA for nearly 16 years, he said, noting that MTV’s I Bet You Will in 2002 – the first series Spurlock created – began as an Internet webcast.

Warrior Poets has since gone on to develop such original digital series as Hulu’s A Day in the Life; Yahoo!’s Failure Club and Losing It with John Stamos; and AOL’s Connected, all of which have since travelled to linear television.

Following Spurlock’s presentation, he was interviewed by Diego Buñuel, head of documentaries for Canal Plus

The New York-based studio is now working with Disney-owned multi-channel network Maker Studios to develop seven original series for premium web channel Smartish that will then be sold back to television.

As part of the keynote presentation, Spurlock premiered three new female-focused series geared towards 16- to 24-year-olds – a demographic consuming “almost 70% of their content digitally” – including Present/Tense, a series exploring issues facing women in the millennial generation; Sexish, a body-positive series on sex education; and What We Teach Girls, a series empowering girls to break down gender stereotypes.

“Most people believe in chasing success in the marketplace – what I believe in chasing is neglect. You should chase the holes in the marketplace and there is a hole that surrounds millennial women in a large way,” Spurlock stated. “These are strong, neglected women.”

Millennial women, the Academy Award-nominated director said, are the “most educated generation of the history of this entire planet” with more than 65% of young females attending post-secondary institutions. Young women also represent US$840 billion in annual purchasing power and use multiple screens simultaneously, he added, but most importantly, they share content constantly.

“This is a huge one because, especially in a world where we’re fighting against marketing, these are your evangelists,” Spurlock explained. “These are the people you want sharing, talking and getting everything you made out in the universe.”

While the goal for the majority of prodcos is to monetize off of the digital content they produce, Spurlock stressed that studios must alter their mindsets to instead focus on how to not lose money. “So long as you are cash flow positive in creating content for people to see that can make a difference, you are winning.”

Spurlock later turned his attention to branding, which he argued producers should take more advantage of.

It’s a path Warrior Poets and Spurlock have previously taken, having partnered with GE on the Focus Forward film series and with LucasFilm to create original digital content for the latest Star Wars installment. Additionally, the newly announced What We Teach Girls will reveal a branding partnership in the near future.

On top of turning to such profitable opportunities as television and additional one-off opportunities, Spurlock said, producers can bring their projects to conglomerates that will flex their marketing muscles to promote the series. Inversely, television series and films can be packaged into digital series for further monetization opportunities.

“Brands are realizing that 30-second commercials don’t work anymore,” Spurlock said. “It’s all about the story, and so long as you can tell a good story, brands are now willing to go on that ride.”

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About The Author

Meagan Kashty is an associate editor of realscreen, an international print and online magazine that covers the non-fiction film and television industries. Meagan is an award-winning business journalist. Prior to joining the realscreen team, Meagan was online editor of Canadian Grocer, named Magazine of the Year at the 2015 Canadian Business Media Awards. She can be reached at <PRESIDIO_ANONYMIZED_EMAIL_ADDRESS>, and you can follow her on Twitter @MegKashty