This text locates the chaos theory within sociology and other social sciences. It examines: the emerging myths and theories surrounding the study of chaos and complexity; methodological matters including tools from "postmodern science"; and conceptual models and applications.
This book serves three basic purposes: (1) a tutorial-type reference for complex systems engineering (CSE) concepts and associated terminology, (2) a recommendation of a proposed methodology showing how the evolving practice of CSE can lead to a more unified theory, and (3) a co…
"This book is addressing concerns of the excluded majority by explaining how present complex social conditions work in favour of generational aspirations to achieve a more positive future. As an experiences policy maker I see a real value in the author’s advise how to free enorm…
"This book - the third in the series of five volumes in honour of eminent sociologist and social anthropologist, M. N. Srinivas - brings together contributions on the social aspects of industrialization and urbanization and the management of complex organizations."--BOOK JACKET.…
A well-designed organisation is an effective organisation. Decisions about organisation design determine the shape and form of the organisation - not only the reporting structure and authority relations, but also the number and size of sub-units and the interfaces between the su…
About the author -- Acknowledgements -- Why design matters -- Organisational complexity -- Traditional organizational forms -- Designing multidimensional organisations -- Designing sub-units -- Defining the vertical structure -- Configuring interfaces -- Managing the organisatio…