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Emergence is the emergence of complex behavior or patterns from simpler components, often through the process of self-organization. It occurs when seemingly simple components of a system interact and give rise to properties or behaviors that are more complex than any of the individual components.
In philosophy, systems theory, science, and art, emergence occurs when a complex entity has properties or behaviors that its parts do not have on their own, and emerge only when they interact in a wider whole.
Emergence plays a central role in theories of integrative levels and of complex systems. For instance, the phenomenon of life as studied in biology is an emergent property of chemistry and physics.
In philosophy, theories that emphasize emergent properties have been called emergentism.
Credit: Wikipedia - emergenceOrganizational culture is the attitudes, customs, rituals, values and beliefs shared by the members of an organization that govern their behavior. Organizational culture is emergent. It is the result of the everyday interactions, behaviors, and conversations by the members of an organization. Culture is the way that we do things around here that we all … Continue reading What Is Organizational Culture? Dave Snowden
Emergence | Daniel Schmachtenberger Posts where this video is embedded A Brief History of Knowledge 200,000 years of human history Changing People ** The challenge of trying to change people Cognitive Surplus Untapping our human potential Complex Adaptive Systems ** Complexity Complex Adaptive Systems Vs. Complex Responsive Processes ** Complexity Complex Is Not the Same as Complicated We tend to use … Continue reading Emergence Daniel Schmachtenberger (2016)
Long-term planning is irrelevant, if not a hindrance. Strategy should not be about the realisation of prior intent, but rather emphasis on the importance of openness to accident, coincidence and serendipity. Strategy in this case is the emergent resultant. Successful strategies, especially in the long term, do not result from fixing an organisational intention and … Continue reading Long-term Planning Is Irrelevant, If Not a Hindrance Mee-Yan Cheung-Judge
A culture is emergent and is the result of millions of interactions, behaviours, artifacts and stories that people build up over time. It is unpredictable and results in surprise. The idea that a “culture change initiative” can be rolled out from the top of an organization is not only a myth, it’s a hidden form … Continue reading Culture Is Emergent Chris Corrigan
Whether you want to change the political or economic system, save the whales, stop global warming, reform education, spark innovation or anything else, the answer is in how meaning, and understanding of what needs to be done, emerges from conversation in community with people you love, people who care. Credit: Dave Pollard Posts where this … Continue reading What Needs to Be Done, Emerges From Conversation Dave Pollard
Complex Adaptive Systems Vs. Complex Responsive Processes ** Conversations Through the Cynefin Lens Close Pop-up all posts in this chapter Conversations are a familiar part of daily life, yet their complexity often goes unnoticed. Beneath the surface, they function as complex, responsive processes, where participants continuously react and adapt to each other. By recognizing the … Continue reading Conversations Are Complex Responsive Processes Conversations are dynamic, emergent interactions shaping organizational reality
Dispositional States ** The Vector Theory of Change Close Pop-up all posts in this chapter Emergence in a complex system refers to the phenomenon where new patterns, behaviors, or properties arise at the system level that cannot be easily predicted or explained by analyzing the system’s individual components in isolation. In other words, the system’s … Continue reading Emergence ** Complexity
The Vector Theory of Change Exploring Uncertainty – the Role of Catalytic and Safe-to-fail Probes Close Pop-up all posts in this chapter Navigating complex systems requires innovative problem-solving approaches. Traditional linear methods often prove ineffective in unpredictable environments. Safe-to-fail probes offer a valuable tool for gaining insights, building resilience, and driving sustainable change through small-scale … Continue reading Navigating Complexity with Safe-to-fail Probes The power of safe-to-fail probes
Fundamental Questions About Human Life ** What Is the Purpose of Life? ** Close Pop-up all posts in this chapter The question of why human life exists is complex and profound and touches upon fundamental questions about the nature of existence. The universe would appear remarkably fine-tuned to allow life and consciousness to emerge. The … Continue reading Why Does Human Life Exist? ** Why are we here?
Knowledge Café Principle: Create a Safe Space Knowledge Café Principle: Preserve the Flow Close Pop-up all posts in this chapter Principle: No preconceived outcomes. When organizing a Knowledge Café, it’s essential to set a clear purpose and theme to provide context. But there should be no predetermined outcomes, as the conversation should unfold organically. When … Continue reading Knowledge Café Principle: No Preconceived Outcomes The outcomes are emergent
