Step A6: System Five, Identify the policy making
Purpose To identify those parts of the System-in-Focus which are concerned with Policy. Abstract System 5 is the mechanism that […]
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VSM
Step B1: Review the results of the observations
Purpose Achieve an understanding of the System from a VSM perspective. Abstract Review the results of the analysis/preliminary diagnosis steps
Observe: Sense Making
We will analyze the existing organization, a „Preliminary Diagnosis“. Preliminary means, that we will not go into too much detail,
Decide: Designing Improvements
We will now begin to look at the way the various parts of the organization work together. At the end
Step B2: Look for Dysfunctions
Purpose Find frequently occurring dysfunctions. Abstract Locating frequently occurring dysfunctions is collecting low-hanging fruit. It shows particularly impressively the strength
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
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