Understanding Complexity
Serrat, Olivier | November 2009
Abstract
In development agencies, paradigms of linear causality condition much thinking and practice. They encourage command-and-control hierarchies, centralize decision making, and dampen creativity and innovation. Globalization demands that organizations see our turbulent world as a collection of evolving ecosystems. To survive and flourish they must then be adaptable and fleetfooted. Notions of complexity offer a wealth of insights and guidance to 21st century organizations that strive to do so.
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Serrat, Olivier. 2009. Understanding Complexity. © Asian Development Bank. http://hdl.handle.net/11540/2788. License: CC BY 3.0 IGO.Keywords
Development In East Asia
Development Planning
Development Research
Technology Development
Aid And Development
Asian Development Bank
Comprehensive Development Framework
Development Cooperation
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