Chapter 1: Introducing systems approaches

Reynolds, M. and Holwell, S. (2020) 'Chapter 1: Introducing systems approaches'. Systems approaches to making change: a practical guide 2nd Edn. pp. 1-24. London: Open University and Springer

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4471-7472-1_1

Abstract

The five approaches covered in Systems Approaches to Making Change – System Dynamics (SD) Viable Systems Model (VSM), Strategic Options Development and Analysis (SODA: with cognitive mapping), Soft Systems Methodology (SSM), and Critical Systems Heuristics (CSH) – are introduced. The rationale for their inclusion is described based on their (i) common historic emergence in dealing with complex situations of change and uncertainty, (ii) shared potential and actual constructivist use of the systems idea, and (iii) pedigree of adaptability and versatility of tools in working with other approaches to making change.

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• 1-4471-7471-2, 978-1-4471-7471-4
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• This is 2nd edition. First edition published in 2010.
• Keywords
• Systems thinking; systems thinking in practice; systems thinking practitioner; systems approaches; system dynamics; viable system model; strategic options development and analysis; soft systems methodology; critical systems heuristics; boundary critique
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• Faculty of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) > Engineering and Innovation
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  Faculty of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) > Computing and Communications
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• Martin Reynolds