Author: Alfonso Montuori Publisher: Routledge ISBN: 131765725X Category : Psychology Languages : en Pages : 219
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In this book, fascinating autobiographical accounts by leading scholars in a variety of fields and disciplines provide a rich introduction to the art and science of complexity and systems thinking. We learn how the authors’ interest in complexity thinking developed, the key figures and texts they encountered along the way, the experiences that shaped their path, their major works, and their personal journeys. This volume serves as an introduction to complexity as well as a vivid account of the personal and intellectual development of important scholars. This book was originally published as a special issue of World Futures.
Author: Alfonso Montuori Publisher: Routledge ISBN: 1317657241 Category : Psychology Languages : en Pages : 278
Book Description
In this book, fascinating autobiographical accounts by leading scholars in a variety of fields and disciplines provide a rich introduction to the art and science of complexity and systems thinking. We learn how the authors’ interest in complexity thinking developed, the key figures and texts they encountered along the way, the experiences that shaped their path, their major works, and their personal journeys. This volume serves as an introduction to complexity as well as a vivid account of the personal and intellectual development of important scholars. This book was originally published as a special issue of World Futures.
Author: Luca Comello Publisher: Lulu.com ISBN: 1445260786 Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 127
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Human beings cannot live without travelling. Nowadays, old, outdated ideas are waning and it is time for an intellectual journey into complexity. Life and all that stems from it is far from equilibrium, in a continuous search for the new and the improbable. This book is a smooth journey into the complexity theory addressed to managers, entrepreneurs, practitioners; especially, it is an invitation to embark on the continuous search for the creative moment, where each arrival is a new departure. Those who want to imagine their future, those who have a dream will be inspired to venture into the mysterious and charming land at the edge of chaos, being aware that their future may also depend on chance.
Author: Peter Jones Publisher: ISBN: 9789063696344 Category : Languages : en Pages : 240
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Design Journeys for Complex Systems is a designer's handbook to learn systemic design tools to engage stakeholder groups in collaborative design to address complex societal systems. Systemic design uses systems thinking and service design to address large-scale societal contexts and complex socio-technical systems. These are contexts characterized by social and technological complexity, high uncertainty, and often problematic outcomes. Using a tour guide metaphor, the book trains people's mindsets and provides tools for dealing with hyper complexity, to enable understanding of systemic problems, and to build capacity to collaborate in teams to produce action proposals.
Author: Jean G. Boulton Publisher: ISBN: 0199565252 Category : Complexity Languages : en Pages : 282
Book Description
The book describes what it means to say the world is complex and explores what that means for managers, policy makers and individuals. The first part of the book is about the theory and ideas of complexity. This is explained in a way that is thorough but not mathematical. It compares differing approaches, and also provides a historical perspective, showing how such thinking has been around since the beginning of civilisation. It emphasises the difference between a complexity worldview and the dominant mechanical worldview that underpins much of current management practice. It defines the complexity worldview as recognising the world is interconnected, shaped by history and the particularities of context. The comparison of the differing approaches to modelling complexity is unique in its depth and accessibility. The second part of the book uses this lens of complexity to explore issues in the fields of management, strategy, economics, and international development. It also explores how to facilitate others to recognise the implications of adopting a complex rather than a mechanical worldview and suggests methods of research to explore systemic, path-dependent emergent aspects of situations. The authors of this book span both science and management, academia and practice, thus the explanations of science are authoritative and yet the examples of changing how you live and work in the world are real and accessible. The aim of the book is to bring alive what complexity is all about and to illustrate the importance of loosening the grip of a modernist worldview with its hope for prediction, certainty and control.
Author: Chris Risdon Publisher: Rosenfeld Media ISBN: 1933820748 Category : Design Languages : en Pages : 337
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Customer experiences are increasingly complicated—with multiple channels, touchpoints, contexts, and moving parts—all delivered by fragmented organizations. How can you bring your ideas to life in the face of such complexity? Orchestrating Experiences is a practical guide for designers and everyone struggling to create products and services in complex environments.
Author: SANDEEP CHAVAN Publisher: GYRUS VISION ISBN: Category : Self-Help Languages : en Pages : 120
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In "The Decision Paradox: Complex Journey of Decisions out of Choices", Er Sandeep Chavan offers a compelling exploration of how modern individuals face increasingly complex decisions in everyday life. This book aims to unravel the layers of confusion that often accompany the decision-making process, helping readers to take control of their choices with greater confidence and clarity. At the heart of Chavan’s book is the concept of the Decision Paradox—a situation in which having too many options or conflicting choices creates confusion, stress, and decision fatigue. While similar to the Choice Paradox—where the abundance of options makes it difficult to make a choice—and Dilemma—where one must choose between two difficult options—the Decision Paradox occurs when freedom of choice itself leads to paralysis, dissatisfaction, or suboptimal outcomes. Chavan argues that in today's world, where we are bombarded with endless options in every aspect of life, understanding this paradox is crucial to making thoughtful, satisfying decisions. Psychological and Social Influences: One of the key themes explored in this book is the role of cognitive biases and emotions in decision-making. Chavan explains how psychological factors like loss aversion and analysis paralysis skew our judgment, often causing us to avoid risks even when they might lead to better outcomes. Additionally, he delves into how emotions like anticipated regret influence decision-making, particularly when facing major life choices in areas such as career, education, and relationships. Social influences are also a major factor in the Decision Paradox. Chavan highlights how societal expectations, cultural pressures, and social media can further complicate choices, pushing individuals toward decisions that align with external standards rather than their own authentic desires. The Role of Technology: In the digital age, technology has added yet another layer to decision-making complexity. Chavan discusses how big tech companies leverage algorithms and data to manipulate our choices, subtly guiding consumers' actions without their conscious awareness. From stock market decisions to online shopping, these digital influences often exacerbate the Decision Paradox by offering endless options while limiting genuine autonomy. Practical Strategies and Future Trends: "The Decision Paradox" doesn’t just highlight the problems—it also offers practical solutions. Chavan introduces mindfulness practices and decision-making frameworks to help readers cut through the noise and approach choices with greater intentionality. By focusing on awareness, these strategies aim to reduce the overwhelm that comes with too many options, allowing individuals to make more informed and satisfying decisions. In the final chapters, Chavan speculates on how technological advancements and societal shifts will continue to shape the future of decision-making. He emphasizes the importance of adaptability in a world where choices are becoming more complex, urging readers to remain flexible and open-minded. A Must-Read for Modern Life: Whether you’re making decisions about personal finance, education, career, or relationships, "The Decision Paradox" by Er Sandeep Chavan is an essential guide for anyone seeking to navigate the intricate web of modern choices. It empowers readers to embrace the freedom of choice while understanding its challenges, ultimately leading to more thoughtful, intentional, and fulfilling decision-making.
Author: Jennifer Garvey Berger Publisher: Stanford University Press ISBN: 0804794251 Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 272
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When faced with complex challenges or uncertain outcomes, many leaders believe that if they are smart enough, work hard enough, or turn to the best management tools, they will be able to find the right answer, predict and plan for the future, and break down tasks to produce controllable results. But what are leaders to do when this isn't the case? Rather than offering one-size-fits-all tips and tricks drawn from the realm of business as usual, Simple Habits for Complex Times provides three integral practices that enable leaders to navigate the unknown. By taking multiple perspectives, asking different questions, and seeing more of their system, leaders can better understand themselves, their roles, and the world around them. They can become more nimble, respond with agility, and guide their organizations to thrive in an ever-shifting business landscape. The more leaders use these simple habits, the more they enhance their performance and solve increasingly common, sticky business issues with greater acumen. Whether in large or small organizations, in government or the private sector, in the U.S. or overseas, leaders will turn to this book as a companion that helps them grow into the best version of themselves.
Author: Joachim P Sturmberg Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media ISBN: 1461449987 Category : Medical Languages : en Pages : 941
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This book is an introduction to health care as a complex adaptive system, a system that feeds back on itself. The first section introduces systems and complexity theory from a science, historical, epistemological, and technical perspective, describing the principles and mathematics. Subsequent sections build on the health applications of systems science theory, from human physiology to medical decision making, population health and health services research. The aim of the book is to introduce and expand on important population health issues from a systems and complexity perspective, highlight current research developments and their implications for health care delivery, consider their ethical implications, and to suggest directions for and potential pitfalls in the future.
Author: Graham Room Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing ISBN: 0857932640 Category : Political Science Languages : en Pages : 393
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I think this is a very important book. Very few people in the social sciences write books on this topic and really do justice to complexity theory. Professor Room gives a very detailed, accurate and accessible review of complexity theory as it applies to social policy. His link with institutional theory is very appropriate and his discussion on the need for regulation (a link with complexity theory that many people would never reach) is really important and well grounded. It would be of interest to academics who really want to understand the implications of complexity theory for policy making in complex and fast-changing situations and to those undertaking advanced courses in politics, economics and sociology. - Jean Boulton, University of Cranfield, UK Graham Room argues that conventional approaches to the conceptualisation and measurement of social and economic change are unsatisfactory. As a result, researchers are ill-equipped to offer policy advice. This book offers a new analytical approach, combining complexity science and institutionalism. It also provides tools for policy makers in turbulent times. Part 1 is concerned with the conceptualisation of socio-economic change. It integrates complexity science and institutionalism into a coherent ontology of social and policy dynamics. Part 2 is concerned with models and measurement. It combines some of the principal approaches developed in complexity analysis with models and methods drawn from mainstream social and political science. Part 3 offers empirical applications to public policy: the dynamics of social exclusion; the social dimension of knowledge economies; the current financial and economic crisis. These are supplemented by a toolkit for the practice of agile policy making.
Author: Alfonso Montuori
Author: Alfonso Montuori
Author: Luca Comello
Author: Peter Jones
Author: Jean G. Boulton
Author: Chris Risdon
Author: SANDEEP CHAVAN
Author: Jennifer Garvey Berger
Author: Joachim P Sturmberg
Author: Graham Room