Systems Thinking Boosts Project Outcomes – Daly and Rosenbaum
Abstract:
As civilization moves toward ever greater levels of interaction and complexity, demonstrated by problems like the climate crisis and homelessness, systems thinking can help us avoid having to say, “I didn’t see that one coming,” as we implement solutions. To learn more about the fundamentals and application of systems thinking, PMI asked subject matter experts in the fields of business analysis, systems engineering and project management to share their perspectives on:
- How systems thinking can be used as a model for problem-solving
- How systems thinking can improve decision-making
- How leverage points can help produce the desired project outcomes
These points from systems thinking pioneer Russell Ackoff will be emphasized:
- A system is a whole that cannot be divided into independent parts.
- A system is a product of the interaction of its parts.
- The performance of a system depends on how the parts fit together, not how they act taken separately.
PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen
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