Overview

Wicked World advocates the need to acknowledge the complex contexts in which managers, professionals and policymakers operate. Conventional tools do not serve us well in these new contexts and regularly aggravate the situation. This book offers a systemic perspective in exploring complex challenges and a sensemaking framework to deal with interconnected, persistent problems. Looking beyond the problem; seeking deeper patterns and linkages to other problems; realizing that cause and effect may not be obvious or close by; and that small changes can have major impacts…these are essential steps in operating in a wicked world. It is time for new perceptions and concepts that can support us. Systems and complexity theories are a starting point for this book. A comprehensive sensemaking framework can guide us in dealing with challenges such as digitalization and robotization impacting businesses, institutions, homes and society as a whole; social inequity and polarizing discourses; obesity, burn-out and cybersecurity. The first step is to become ‘systems savvy’ – Wicked World takes you on this journey.

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Author:   Karel van Berkel ,  Anu Manickam
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint:   Routledge
Weight:   0.460kg
ISBN:  

9780367723538

ISBN 10:   0367723530
Pages:   160
Publication Date:   24 December 2020
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Preface Introduction Wicked World Three Worldviews Systems intelligence and complexity theories Change In conclusion Systems Analysis Systems analysis framework Identity Sensitivity Responsivity Connectivity In conclusion Systems Innovation Systems innovation framework Trust, transparency and integrity Shared awareness and perspectives Smart systems interventions Mobilizing allies for change In conclusion Policy Innovation Traditional approaches New approach Wicked problems and global policy innovation Strengthening regions In conclusion Who is in Charge? Leading in complexity Shifts in the leadership bubble Span of control: power and influence The playing field Who is in charge? Systems innovation: attitude, demeanour and behaviour Value driven futures In conclusion Moving Forward References Index Notes

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Karel van Berkel is associated with Schouten University of Applied Sciences and Hanze University, Netherlands. Anu Manickam works for Hanze University of Applied Sciences Groningen, Netherlands. Together, they are partners at We-Sense, a coaching and consulting organisation in the Netherlands.

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