Step C1: Designing Operational Autonomy
Purpose The best way to absorb variety, i.e. to deal with challenges and surprises is done locally. Interventions should be […]
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Step C2: Review Operational and Environmental Interactions
Purpose Review Systems two and three. Check if they are adequate or what needs to be done to improve their
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Step C3: Completing the Internal Balance
Purpose Ensure stability through a combination of horizontal synchronization and the necessary minimum of centralized management Abstract Tasks C3.1 Maximize
Step C4: Examine the Information Systems
Purpose Create information systems which are capable to provide real time information loops Abstract A good information system, providing up-to-date
Step A1: Define the System in Focus
Purpose To select a unit as the System-in-Focus and clarify its boundaries. Abstract The VSM is a recursive model, i.e.
Step C5: Design the Balance with the External Environment
Purpose Deal with observed and future changes in the environment Abstract There is no point in having a superbly organized
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Welcome to the Viable System Model
Welcome to the World of the Viable System Model The Canvas and the accompanying playbook focus on the viability of
The Viable System Model
An audio deep dive: About the VSM The Viable System Model (VSM) was first formulated in 1959 by Stafford Beer