Examines soft systems methodologies(SSM) and the role they play in the
building of a rich picture or rich understanding of problematic
situations. Organizational theory is explored in relation to SSM and
used to augment this rich picture building exercise, and the field of
critical systems thinking is reviewed from the standpoint of enhancing
the entire rich picture building process with reference to problems
within human organizations. Finally, recommendations are made for
managerial practice and development in relation to the effective conduct
of rich picture building exercises.
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