Transformation and regeneration in social systems: A dissipative structure perspective

1 December 1986

journal article
research article
Published by Wiley in Systems Research

Vol. 3 (4) , 203-213
https://doi.org/10.1002/sres.3850030404

Abstract

This paper focuses on the study of transformation and regeneration processes in social systems, and identifies aspects of these processes that have parallels across systems levels. A paradigm originating within physical science research is used to frame a model of social system transformation. Social system change literature is presented in terms of the model and implications for change agents and researchers are discussed. An illustrative case study from the NASA Apollo organization is presented.

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