Systematic Management
About Course
Welcome to the Wayfinders Business Co-operative’s Systematic Success Program Training Manual, where the journey of entrepreneurship is illuminated through the lenses of systematic thinking, holistic philosophy, and the practical application of logical models. Rooted in the principles of systems science, this comprehensive program seeks to guide small business owners through the intricacies of goal-setting, decision-making, and the value-adding processes that define their enterprises. Embarking on a journey from clear goals to informed decisions and the dynamic throughput of small business operations, participants will explore the vertical logic that underpins success.
This manual, designed for both novices and seasoned entrepreneurs, encourages a lifelong commitment to systems thinking as a compass for navigating the complexities of the ever-evolving business landscape. Join us on this immersive exploration, where each chapter unveils a new facet of our management systems philosophy, empowering you to drive not only profitability but also purposeful and sustainable business growth.
Course Content
Introduction to Systematic Success
Understanding Systematic Management
Addressing Complexity: Requisite Variety
Aligning Personal and Business Profiles
Intelligent Value Generation
Core Systems Ideas
Beyond Profits: Fulfilling Higher Order Needs
Scaling in the Optimal Range
Complementary Resources
Technology as a Lever
Design Thinking: A Subset of Systems Thinking
Strategic Planning as a Systems Approach
Business Ecosystem Intelligence
Small Business Logic: Goals, Decisions, and Throughput
Viable Systems Model
Reflecting on Business as a System of Subsystems Embedded in an Ecosystem
The Core System Management Cycle
Navigating Complexity: Systems Thinking as a Lifelong Practice
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