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To build consensus, the Delphi method often uses the [[Hegelian dialectic]] process of ''[[thesis]]'' (establishing an opinion or view), ''[[antithesis]]'' (conflicting opinion or view) and finally ''[[synthesis]]'' (a new agreement or consensus), with synthesis becoming the new thesis. All participants in the process shall then either change their views to align with the new thesis, or support the new thesis, to establish a new common view. The goal is a continual evolution towards 'oneness of mind', or consensus on the opinion or view.
 
==History of the Delphi Method==
 
The Delphi method was developed at the [[Rand Corporation]] at the beginning of the cold war. It was used by Rand to forecast the impact of technology on [[intercontinental warfare]]. Experts were asked to give their opinion on the probability, frequency and intensity of possible enemy attacks. Other experts could anonymously give feedback. This process was repeated several times till a consensus emerged.
 
==Role of the facilitator==