In search of meaning... System arrangements in the context of management

In search of meaning... System arrangements in the context of management

Book Description

This book presents systemic organizational arrangements and is an important work promoting the method of systemic arrangements in the context of management. The authors convincingly show that the usual rational methods do not cope with solving many problems that arise in organizations. Whereas system arrangements reveal hidden mechanisms and rules operating in organizations, than they can be very interesting to managers of any level. The method opens up new possibilities of influencing organizations and is easily connected with the latest concepts of "learning organization", "hidden knowledge", "social mind", etc. In the second part of the book, much attention is paid to the peculiarities of various types of arrangements (in a team, in open groups, in coaching with managers) and the conditions for their application in the context of organizations. For consultants, a detailed guide on the technology of system arrangements is offered, including unique models and techniques: strategic maps, butterfly model, square of values, potential development, dialogue, world cafe, open space, aquarium, etc. The authors do not shy away from pressing issues: how do system placements work? They cite different points of view and emphasize that they adhere to the model of the "ecological surrounding world", in which it is stated that "organization emerges from the process of meaning formation". The book will be useful for both organizational consultants, managers and managers of organizations, as well as social psychologists, coaches, placemakers and anyone interested in practical psychology and management psychology.