Forward-thinking type is a term used to describe someone who is able to think ahead and anticipate future events. This type of person is often seen as a visionary, and is often sought after in the business world. The crossword solutions for this term are 'SEERESS' (7 letters) and 'SEER' (4 letters). A SEERESS is a female SEER, or someone who can foresee the future, while a SEER is a male SEER. Both terms refer to someone who is able to think ahead and predict what will happen in the future.