Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In this video, Joss Colchester from the Si Network shares with you a brief overview of one of our latest publications on the "State of Systems Approaches in Organisations"
You can download the paper here: https://www.systemsinnovation.network/posts/organizations-hub-systems-of-systems-approaches-in-organizations-2026
Join the event on Aug 18th here: https://www.systemsinnovation.network/events/exploring-systems-approaches-in-organizations
Our State of Systems Approaches in Organisations provides a preliminary review of the current state of systems thinking within modern enterprises. Created by the Si Organisations Hub, this 2026 guide is designed to help professionals gain a clearer view of the evolving ecosystem of organizations, individuals, and resources operating in this emerging field. Rather than acting as a single, definitive source of truth, the paper offers a curated set of insights into how foundational systems approaches are being modernized, rebranded, and integrated into contemporary management practices.
At its core, the paper addresses a critical structural mismatch: standard management models remain anchored in Industrial Age assumptions, leaving rigid corporate hierarchies ill-equipped to handle today's dynamic complexity and non-linear change. The guide explores the growing fatigue with classic, top-down change management frameworks and highlights the structural limitations of localized methodologies, a phenomenon identified as the "Agile Island" problem. To overcome these operational bottlenecks, the text argues that enterprises must transition away from closed, siloed departments and instead operate as open, modular platforms designed to harness collective intelligence and share resources.
Finally, the document outlines practical pathways for this organizational transformation by examining the broader innovation ecosystem, including tools like Causal Loop Diagrams and the Cynefin Framework, alongside the rapid growth of systemic coaching and leadership. Readers will discover compelling real-world case studies—such as Haier's decentralized microenterprises, the Ner Group's values-driven network, and Viisi's nested circle structures—that demonstrate how to effectively distribute power, ensure radical transparency, and prioritize psychological safety. Ultimately, this paper serves as an essential resource for leaders and practitioners seeking to cultivate resilient, adaptive organizational architectures capable of flourishing in an age of complexity.
In this video, Joss Colchester from the Si Network shares with you a brief overview of one of our latest publications on the "State of Systems Approaches in Organisations"
You can download the paper here: https://www.systemsinnovation.network/posts/organizations-hub-systems-of-systems-approaches-in-organizations-2026
Join the event on Aug 18th here: https://www.systemsinnovation.network/events/exploring-systems-approaches-in-organizations
Our State of Systems Approaches in Organisations provides a preliminary review of the current state of systems thinking within modern enterprises. Created by the Si Organisations Hub, this 2026 guide is designed to help professionals gain a clearer view of the evolving ecosystem of organizations, individuals, and resources operating in this emerging field. Rather than acting as a single, definitive source of truth, the paper offers a curated set of insights into how foundational systems approaches are being modernized, rebranded, and integrated into contemporary management practices.
At its core, the paper addresses a critical structural mismatch: standard management models remain anchored in Industrial Age assumptions, leaving rigid corporate hierarchies ill-equipped to handle today's dynamic complexity and non-linear change. The guide explores the growing fatigue with classic, top-down change management frameworks and highlights the structural limitations of localized methodologies, a phenomenon identified as the "Agile Island" problem. To overcome these operational bottlenecks, the text argues that enterprises must transition away from closed, siloed departments and instead operate as open, modular platforms designed to harness collective intelligence and share resources.
Finally, the document outlines practical pathways for this organizational transformation by examining the broader innovation ecosystem, including tools like Causal Loop Diagrams and the Cynefin Framework, alongside the rapid growth of systemic coaching and leadership. Readers will discover compelling real-world case studies—such as Haier's decentralized microenterprises, the Ner Group's values-driven network, and Viisi's nested circle structures—that demonstrate how to effectively distribute power, ensure radical transparency, and prioritize psychological safety. Ultimately, this paper serves as an essential resource for leaders and practitioners seeking to cultivate resilient, adaptive organizational architectures capable of flourishing in an age of complexity.
