Thank you, Abigail, Carlo and Ame.
This Systems approach to management seems to be the groundwork of organization development. I particularly appreciate that it is all about interconnections. Subsystems that work toward a common goal. Each part contributing to one greater whole. In addition, the organization is viewed as a whole and not through its parts, still, much emphasis is given to each functioning sub-system. And it does not discount the environmental factors.
This made me see our “small organization” as THE system, and myself, as a sub-system. I operate based on my roles which is grounded on my capabilities, I am connected to, and at times affected by the other members of our organization. Each individual (sub-system) has to achieve his specific objectives and in the end contributes to the overall goal of the organization.
Again, thank you – Tere 😊
This Systems approach to management seems to be the groundwork of organization development. I particularly appreciate that it is all about interconnections. Subsystems that work toward a common goal. Each part contributing to one greater whole. In addition, the organization is viewed as a whole and not through its parts, still, much emphasis is given to each functioning sub-system. And it does not discount the environmental factors.
This made me see our “small organization” as THE system, and myself, as a sub-system. I operate based on my roles which is grounded on my capabilities, I am connected to, and at times affected by the other members of our organization. Each individual (sub-system) has to achieve his specific objectives and in the end contributes to the overall goal of the organization.
Again, thank you – Tere 😊
Thank you Abigail, Ame and Carlo for your nice and comprehensive video presentation.
What I get and understand in your presentation is that the systems theory focuses on the interactions and on the relationships between parts in order to understand an entity’s organization, functioning and outcomes. It sees the organization as a dynamic system with inter-related set of sub-systems and that the decisions and actions in one organizational area will affect other areas. Thus, continuous and effective interaction of sub-systems is a “must” to help attain goals of the larger system. Although the systems approach is easy to comprehend but its application and how it will work and be effective in larger and complex organization can be very challenging.
What I get and understand in your presentation is that the systems theory focuses on the interactions and on the relationships between parts in order to understand an entity’s organization, functioning and outcomes. It sees the organization as a dynamic system with inter-related set of sub-systems and that the decisions and actions in one organizational area will affect other areas. Thus, continuous and effective interaction of sub-systems is a “must” to help attain goals of the larger system. Although the systems approach is easy to comprehend but its application and how it will work and be effective in larger and complex organization can be very challenging.
Thank you for this video. I think systems theory can be an umbrella philosophy that also accommodates aspects of the Human Relations Movement and Theory Y. It is also key to progressing as an educational organization in the 21st century -- it ties well with the emphasis on networking and global linkages in the paper of Frenk & Chen. One of my favorite cartoons from Calvin & Hobbes shows Calvin screaming at the stars that he is significant, and afterwards acknowledging that he is a mere speck of dust in the universe. I think that all organizations will benefit from knowing and accepting their place in the greater scheme of things, gaining a macro view so that the larger goal of society is not lost in how they run things on the micro level.
This video helped me understand the systems theory of management, its approach and interaction with the different factors that can affect its overall goal as an organization. The most appealing one for me is the open system which is an ever evolving type of system. It is open for growth and development and can adapt to the changing world. Nevertheless, system is a part of our society as we constantly change to improve our ways.
Thank you Abigail, Carlo and Ame for a well prepared video presentation. =D
Thank you Abigail, Carlo and Ame for a well prepared video presentation. =D
Thank you Carlo, Abigail and Alfred for presentation. Among the theories explained, the Systems Approach to management theory appears to be most appealing to me. It appreciates the role of each individual in an organization. A system may be more than the sum of its parts if it expresses synergy and emergent behavior. You can see that in organizations whose subsystems work cohesively together to attain a common good, whose strengths and weakness complement each other. Organizational success depends upon interaction and interdependence between the subsystems. It is an attractive concept, but implementing this approach admittedly may be difficult.
Hi Abigail, Carlo and Ame!
Love the way the video was made. Thank you presenting this abstract concept into something that we can easily understand.
I guess this systems theory can be likened to how countries function? Like how inside a certain country, several elements are at work, the people, the businesses, and all other interactions. Then this country relates to other countries, like sharing of knowledge and resources. Making this an open country?
Then if a certain system is closed, it may be likened to North Korea? :)
Love the way the video was made. Thank you presenting this abstract concept into something that we can easily understand.
I guess this systems theory can be likened to how countries function? Like how inside a certain country, several elements are at work, the people, the businesses, and all other interactions. Then this country relates to other countries, like sharing of knowledge and resources. Making this an open country?
Then if a certain system is closed, it may be likened to North Korea? :)