I've had some interesting replies to the suggested definition of:
"Systems Thinking is the search for consistent dynamic patterns in =
complex adaptive systems in order to predict behaviour."
Some people have suggested that the words "and to influence" could be =
after "predict", but I'd prefer to allow for people just seeking =
understanding without necessarily seeking to influence. (Weather =
prediction is an example.)
With regards to the other question, the consensus seems to be that =
systems thinking is a necessary but not sufficient test of the existance =
of a "learning organisation".
Thanks for the replies, I'll be following some up in a few days time. =
:-)
John Godfrey
--John Godfrey & Miranda Beale <jgodfrey@werple.net.au>
Learning-org -- An Internet Dialog on Learning Organizations For info: <rkarash@karash.com> -or- <http://world.std.com/~lo/>