Systems Thinking is a useful way to have a conversation as it establishes a common language between people (e.g. management and developers). It creates a common understanding of the problem, the desired system optimization goal, and it reveals the (turning) knobs to optimize the system. Peter Senge calls it the fifth discipline as a key factor to become a learning organization.
By visualizing people's mental models, we analyze how various parts of a system interrelate and how systems work over time and within the context of larger systems. This workshop will lay the foundation by explaining the principles of systems thinking, emphasizing the importance of viewing problems as parts of an overall system, rather than reacting to specific parts, outcomes, or events.
Systems Thinking is a powerful tool for problem-solving, reflection, and organization design decisions. Yet, it will take guidance in the beginning and some practice to excel in Systems Thinking. One of the repeating feedback from Wolfgang's classes is that he found a meaningful way for participants to approach the topic.
Whether you are a newbie in Systems Thinking or have already done some Systems Thinking, whether you are a product developer, a manager, or working in HR, this workshop is for you.
“Wolfi is the Systems Thinking master” – Agnieszka Staszewska
Bring your own problems and questions which we will model in this workshop.
More info here: https://www.kaikaku.fi/training/systems-thinking-in-action/
Registration link: https://www.kaikaku.fi/course/systems-thinking-in-action-hel-2025/
