The usefulness of VSM-based representations in organisational work
Journal
International Journal Applied Systemic Studies
ISSN
1751-0589
ISSN-Digital
751-0597
Type
journal article
Date Issued
2008-12-01
Author(s)
Abstract
This contribution tries to apply the Viable System Model (VSM)
in a ‘useful' way from the viewpoint of a practitioner. The system examined
is the University of St. Gallen. This case study discusses the potential of a
VSM-based view of an organisation, helping to analyse the way such an
organisation actually works by pointing out actual problems with precision,
while also acknowledging the limits of this model's application. This common
understanding is an important groundwork for the successful implementation of
a strategy. This paper demonstrates the considerable advantage of working with
VSM. It is an effective and productive model.
in a ‘useful' way from the viewpoint of a practitioner. The system examined
is the University of St. Gallen. This case study discusses the potential of a
VSM-based view of an organisation, helping to analyse the way such an
organisation actually works by pointing out actual problems with precision,
while also acknowledging the limits of this model's application. This common
understanding is an important groundwork for the successful implementation of
a strategy. This paper demonstrates the considerable advantage of working with
VSM. It is an effective and productive model.
Language
English
Keywords
practical application of VSM
organisational charts
analysis
of organisations
of organisations
design of organisations
organisation and administration of
universities
universities
HSG Classification
contribution to scientific community
Refereed
Yes
Publisher
Inderscience
Publisher place
Olney
Volume
2
Number
1/2
Start page
177
End page
192
Pages
16
Subject(s)
Division(s)
Eprints ID
167538
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