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Systems theorists see common principles in the structure and operation of systems of all kinds and sizes. They promote an interdisciplinary science adapted for a universal application with a common language and area of concepts. In order to solve problems, make recommendations and predict the future, they use theories, models and concepts from the vast area of general systems theory. This approach is chosen as a means to overcome the fragmentation of knowledge and the isolation of the specialist but also to find new approaches to problems created by earlier 'solution of problems.' This revised and updated second edition of General Systems Theory -- Ideas and Applications includes new systems theories and a new chapter on self-organization and evolution. The book summarizes most of the fields of systems theory and its application systems science in one volume. It provides a quick and readable reference guide for future learning containing both general theories and practical applications
| The emergence of holistic thinking | p. 3 |
| Basic ideas of general systems theory | p. 49 |
| A selection of systems theories | p. 110 |
| Communication and information theory | p. 204 |
| Some theories of brain and mind | p. 256 |
| Self-organization and evolution | p. 294 |
| Artificial intelligence and life | p. 319 |
| Organizational theory and management cybernetics | p. 352 |
| Decision-making and decision aids | p. 390 |
| Informatics | p. 430 |
| Some of the systems methodologies | p. 457 |
| The future of systems theory | p. 485 |
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ISBN: 9789812563897
ISBN-10: 981256389X
Audience:
General
Format:
Hardcover
Language:
English
Number Of Pages: 524
Published: 6th January 2006
Dimensions (cm): 23.4 x 15.6
x 3.4
Weight (kg): 0.866
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