Systems Thinking for Effective Managers: The Road Less Travelled

By Prashun Dutta

Systems thinking is the perfect antidote to the stagnation that characterizes managerial theories and practices. Conventional management, constrained by a sanitized worldview, is no longer able to deliver as it did in the past. Expanding horizons and thinking holistically unveils the big picture and builds a body of knowledge more suited to the changing times we live in. This second edition further explores the impact of systems thinking and presents an innovative approach and methodology for addressing systemic issues. Introduces systems thinking as a strategic tool for managers to enhance decision-making and organisational efficiency Provides practical insights on managing complexity and interconnections within business environments Explores leadership and management styles through the lens of holistic and systems-based approaches Offers real-world examples of systems theory application in business and organisational settings Focuses on self-organisation, autopoiesis, and strategic planning to drive sustainable organisational success.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 8126943181
• ISBN13: 9788126943180
• Release Date: March 2026
• Publisher: Atlantic
• Length: 228 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.5" x 8.5"