Thinking in Systems

Written By olivier simonnet

Always expect a positive outcome, not a negative one.Everything we see, do and experience in this world is made of systems. While we cannot fully understand them, predict their behavior or exercise control over them, the least we can do is study the behavior and patterns they exhibit. Doing so will enable us to help them function better and identify when a broken system is in need of repair.

Key insights

  • A system is a group of connected elements with a shared purpose.

  • Every sustainable system relies on some kind of feedback for stabilization.

  • Well-functioning systems are resilient, self-organized and hierarchical.

  • Understanding some common mistakes will help you investigate systems more productively.

  • Corrupt systems are produced by disproportionate power and can enable overuse.

  • Systems can be physically adjusted to improve efficiency.

  • Systems can be made even more efficient by adjusting their internal mechanisms and rules.

  • Paying attention to the inner workings of systems will help you better understand the world.

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