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Systems Thinking: Creative Holism for Managers
Michael C. Jackson
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Description for Systems Thinking: Creative Holism for Managers
Hardcover. Too often, managers are sold simple solutions to complex problems. But as many soon discover, simplicity is rarely effective in the face of complexity, change and diversity. Despite apparent promise, quick-fix panaceas fail because they are not holistic or creative enough. This book helps you in various stages in the study of Systems Thinking. Num Pages: 376 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KJMD; KJMV7. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 238 x 162 x 27. Weight in Grams: 754.
Too often, today's managers are sold simple solutions to complex problems. But as many soon discover, simplicity is rarely effective in the face of complexity, change and diversity. Despite apparent promise, quick-fix panaceas fail because they are not holistic or creative enough. They focus on parts of the organization rather than the whole, take little account of interaction, and pander to the notion that there is one best solution in all circumstances. As instances of such failure escalate, intelligent managers are increasingly seeking to improve results through Systems Thinking. Whatever stage you are at in your study of Systems Thinking, ... Read more
Too often, today's managers are sold simple solutions to complex problems. But as many soon discover, simplicity is rarely effective in the face of complexity, change and diversity. Despite apparent promise, quick-fix panaceas fail because they are not holistic or creative enough. They focus on parts of the organization rather than the whole, take little account of interaction, and pander to the notion that there is one best solution in all circumstances. As instances of such failure escalate, intelligent managers are increasingly seeking to improve results through Systems Thinking. Whatever stage you are at in your study of Systems Thinking, ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
376
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Condition
New
Number of Pages
378
Place of Publication
Chichester, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780470845226
SKU
V9780470845226
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About Michael C. Jackson
Michael C. Jackson graduated from Oxford University and has since worked in public sector management, in academia, and as a consultant. He is Professor of Management Systems at the University of Hull, United Kingdom, and Director of its business school. Mike is author of Systems Methodology for the Management Sciences, Plenum, 1991; Creative Problem Solving, Wiley, 1991 (with R.L. Flood); ... Read more
Reviews for Systems Thinking: Creative Holism for Managers
Provides an excellent guide and introduction to systems thinking for students of management. (Professional Manager, March 2004) ...a very important contribution to the management and systems literature for its excellent blend of rigor and relevance... (Review in the Journal of the Operational Research Society, Vol 56 2005)