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system thinking
Definition

system viewed in a holistic manner by examining the linkages and interactions between the elements that comprise the whole of the system

Alternatives: Systems-Based Thinking; system-based thinking; SBT;
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Scope note

Encourages inter-relationships (context and connections), perspectives (each actor's own perception of the situation) and boundaries (agreeing on scope, scale and what might constitute an improvement).

Concept URL: http://www.eionet.europa.eu/gemet/concept/15390