Systems, Management and Change
A Graphic Guide
1st Edition
Published on 28. January 1984
Book
Paperback/Softback
128 pages
978-1-85396-059-8 (ISBN)
Description
This introduction to organizational analysis and change is written in a lively, pictorial and concise style. It starts from the belief that one cannot act responsibly without a rounded understanding of both the context and the likely implications of one's actions. The book conveys the essentials of practical systems work in organizational settings and integrates graphics and text throughout.
Reviews / Votes
`A fun book to read and a cheap and helpful addition to anyone in an advisory or helping role who wants to get some clarity into their language, thinking and practice' - DirectionsMore details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Target group
College/higher education
Dimensions
Height: 210 mm
Width: 148 mm
Thickness: 7 mm
Weight
177 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-85396-059-8 (9781853960598)
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Schweitzer Classification
Content
PART ONE: INTRODUCTION
Responsible Action and the Basic System Concepts
PART TWO: ANALYSIS
Methods of Describing Systems,and a Range of Simple Modelling Techniques for Idea Generation and Selection
PART THREE: INVENTIVE SEARCH
Basic Techniques for Idea Generation and Selection
PART FOUR: GROUNDWORK
The Organizational Politics Surrounding Change and the Role of the Change Agent
PART FIVE: IMPLEMENTATION
Practical Problems in Implementing Agreed Change
Planning, Scheduling, Team Building, Servicing, Co-Ordination
Responsible Action and the Basic System Concepts
PART TWO: ANALYSIS
Methods of Describing Systems,and a Range of Simple Modelling Techniques for Idea Generation and Selection
PART THREE: INVENTIVE SEARCH
Basic Techniques for Idea Generation and Selection
PART FOUR: GROUNDWORK
The Organizational Politics Surrounding Change and the Role of the Change Agent
PART FIVE: IMPLEMENTATION
Practical Problems in Implementing Agreed Change
Planning, Scheduling, Team Building, Servicing, Co-Ordination