Systemic Decision Making
Fundamentals for Addressing Problems and Messes
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Beschreibung
This expanded second edition of the 2014 textbook features dedicated sections on action and observation, so that the reader can combine the use of the developed theoretical basis with practical guidelines for deployment. It also includes a focus on selection and use of a dedicated modeling paradigm – fuzzy cognitive mapping – to facilitate use of the proposed multi-methodology. The end goal of the text is a holistic, interdisciplinary approach to structuring and assessing complex problems, including a dedicated discussion of thinking, acting, and observing complex problems. The multi-methodology developed is scientifically grounded in systems theory and its accompanying principles, while the process emphasizes the nonlinear nature of all complex problem-solving endeavors. The authors’ clear and consistent chapter structure facilitates the book’s use in the classroom.
Provides a holistic, cross-discipline method for problem structuring and assessment
Allows readers to gain a deeper understanding of complex, real-world problems
Invokes who, what, why, where, when, and how as key questions for improving understanding of a problem
Addresses complex messes from thinking, through action, and finally through observation
Winner of a 2018 TAA Textbook Excellence Award Provides a holistic, cross-discipline method for problem structuring and assessment Allows readers to gain a deeper understanding of complex, real-world problems Invokes who, what, why, where, when, and how as key questions for improving understanding of a problem Addresses complex messes from thinking, through action, and finally through observation Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras
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Patrick T. Hester
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Complex Systems Textbook Systems Engineering Engineering Management Problem Structuring Fuzzy Cognitive Mapping Industrial Engineering Systemic Approach Systemic Thinking Wicked Problems complexity
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“The decision-making process proposed by Hester and Adas is based on systemic thinking through the application of a three-stage process: think, analyze and observe, giving greater importance to global results. … The language used by the authors is accessible to entire public: no prior training is required to read it. … a remarkable work that should not be missing in the library of the specialist, the technician and the student.” (Melio Sáenz, ResearchGate, researchgate.net, February, 2018)
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