Alvin Toffler was an influential American writer and futurist known for his seminal works discussing modern technologies, including “Future Shock” and “The Third Wave.” He is a preeminent authority on the societal impact of the digital revolution and the transition from an industrial to an information-based economy. His foresight regarding the internet, cable television, and telecommuting established him as a visionary thinker who correctly predicted the rapid pace of global technological change.