VSM

Purpose To identify those parts of the System-in-Focus that are concerned with future plans and strategies in the context of environmental information. Leading Question Which parts of the System in Focus produce strategies for future planning. Abstract

Purpose To identify those parts of the System-in-Focus which are concerned with Policy. Abstract System 5 is the mechanism that formulates the Identity, the Mission, or the North Star. Tasks A6.1 Note the Identity statement of the System-in-Focus Write

Purpose Achieve an understanding of the System from a VSM perspective. Abstract Review the results of the analysis/preliminary diagnosis steps and draw first conclusions. Tasks B1.1 Review Review the system: you should have identified the major parts o

Purpose Find frequently occurring dysfunctions. Abstract Locating frequently occurring dysfunctions is collecting low-hanging fruit. It shows particularly impressively the strength of the view of decisions and information flow, i.e. the power of the VS

Purpose The best way to absorb variety, i.e. to deal with challenges and surprises is done locally. Interventions should be an exception and occur only when the unit cannot deal with the situation by itself. Abstract The essence is organizational balan

Purpose Review Systems two and three. Check if they are adequate or what needs to be done to improve their functionality. Abstract We will now look at the internal environment of the organization – the entire complex of interacting Operational units an

Purpose Ensure stability through a combination of horizontal synchronization and the necessary minimum of centralized management Abstract Tasks C3.1 Maximize Autonomy Make the Operational units as autonomous as possible. C3.2 Negotiate Resources Negoti

Purpose Create information systems which are capable to provide real time information loops Abstract A good information system, providing up-to-date transparency and helping to concentrate on the important information, is an alternative to authoritaria

Purpose Deal with observed and future changes in the environment Abstract There is no point in having a superbly organized internal environment if the enterprise as a whole is completely out of touch with the environment in which it operates. The rate

Purpose Make identity and purpose explicit Abstract The way that policy is made and implemented is without doubt the most important issue for an enterprise. The business must pay its bills and make a profit, but all of the financial issues are constrai