Chapter 5
Application of Theory
Complex Adaptive Systems: A Reprise of Previous Chapters
Complex adaptive systems are much like the incredible unchoreographed interplay of organisms in the vast oceans, African savannas, and arable and/or ranch land, for example. Much of what occurs under the water’s surface, in the brush, or within the soil or plain is unseen by us. Yet, the interactions occur constantly, simultaneously, and on a wide variety of levels. Each organism, no matter how small or large, plays a critical role in this vast complex system.
Change is a natural part of successful evolving systems. While change may be disruptive or destructive at times, it does bring in new sources of innovation and allows the system to ...
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