Thinking in systems : a primer
'Thinking in Systems' helps readers avoid confusion and helplessness, the first step toward finding proactive and effective solutions
xiii, 218 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
9781844077250, 9781844077267, 9786000014056, 184407725X, 1844077268, 6000014058
271774085
Introduction: the systems lens
System structures and behavior
The basics
A brief visit to the systems zoo
Systems and us
Why systems work so well
Why systems surprise us
Systems traps ... and opportunities
Creating change
in systems and in our philosophy Leverage points
places to intervene in a system
Living in a world of systems
Appendix
System definitions: a glossary
Summary of systems principles
Springing the system trap
Places to intervene in a system
Guidelines for living in a world of systems
Model equations
www.dawsonera.com This is also available as an e-book from