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Understanding Complexity

Author
Serrat, Olivier
Abstract
{Excerpt} In development agencies, paradigms of linear causality condition much thinking and practice. They encourage command-and-control hierarchies, centralize decision making, and dampen creativity and innovation. Globalization demands that organizations see our turbulent world as a collection of evolving ecosystems. To survive and flourish they must then be adaptable and fleet footed. Notions of complexity offer a wealth of insights and guidance to 21st century organizations that strive to do so.
Date Issued
2009-11-01Subject
Asian Development Bank; ADB; poverty; economic growth; sustainability; development
Rights
Required Publisher Statement: This article was first published by the Asian Development Bank (www.adb.org).
Type
article