Posted inGeneral Systems Theory Cybernetics
Exploring Wicked Problems Systemically
Some problems can’t be fixed by quick solutions or standard checklists. They’re “wicked problems” — complex, messy, and deeply interconnected…
Applying the Viable System Model (VSM) to Achieve Sustainable Self-Governance
Most organizations are built for control, not adaptability. They rely on hierarchies that work in stable environments but struggle when…
Posted inGeneral Systems Theory
Soft Systems Methodology: Solving Problems With Multiple Stakeholder Perspectives
Introduction – When Problems Are About People, Not Just Processes Many real-world problems do not have simple answers. They involve…
Posted inSystems Applications
Boundary Critique: Unmasking Hidden Assumptions and Power Dynamics in Project Design
Every system begins with a boundary. It decides who is inside, who is outside, what counts, and what doesn’t. But…
Posted inSystems Thinking
Beyond Linear Thinking: Using Feedback Loops to Diagnose Hidden System Drivers
Most people are trained to think in straight lines. We believe that when something happens, it must have a single…
Posted inOrganizational Learning
Shared Vision: Building Collective Commitment for Change
In any successful team or organization, there’s something more than just processes, strategies, or KPIs at play — there’s purpose.…
Posted inGeneral Systems Theory
Understanding General Systems Theory: Principles, Concepts, and Applications
General Systems Theory (GST) is a way of understanding how different parts of something work together to form a whole.…
Posted inGeneral Systems Theory Systems Thinkers
Inside the Mind of a Systems Thinker – Mental Models That Shape Decisions
In a world overflowing with complexity—where one decision in a local community can ripple into international consequences—there’s a growing need…
Posted inOrganizational Learning
How Personal Mastery Fuels Growth in a Learning Organization
In the world of organizational development, few frameworks have had as lasting an impact as Peter Senge’s “The Fifth Discipline.”…
Peter Senge’s Five Disciplines of a Learning Organization – Blueprint for Smarter Teams
If you've ever worked somewhere that seemed stuck—repeating the same mistakes, resisting change, or losing talented people—you've probably seen what…
Posted inSustainability
The Wicked Truth About ‘Wicked Problems’: Why Easy Answers Don’t Exist
If you’ve ever worked on a messy group project, tried to fix a broken education system, or wondered why we…