The book: introduces the variety of views put forward by different writers on complexity and management outlines and critiques the way that complexity theory is frequently interpreted purely in the context of systems thinking draws a new ...

The book: introduces the variety of views put forward by different writers on complexity and management outlines and critiques the way that complexity theory is frequently interpreted purely in the context of systems thinking draws a new ...

This book undertakes a critical exploration of the tools and techniques of leadership and management, favoured by many of today's books.

This work shows how the 'knowledge economy' can be seen when considered from a complexity perspective. It stresses the importance of relationships as a source of, and influence on, information and knowledge creation.

In this fifth edition, Stacey also covers contemporary issues including: The links between micro and macro-level activities in the organisation Focus on the gathering interest in 'strategy-as-practice' The treatment of ethics and values in ...

In this fourth edition, the author continues to question the view that organizations operate and succeed in relatively stable environments.

This book invites people to explore what the new science might mean for understanding life in organizations, and shows how it can be used as a framework for understanding the processes that produce emergence rather than intentional ...

Offers an alternative way of thinking about management that is based on the management experience of uncertainty.

This book suggests an alternative way of understanding human relating. Highly relevant not only for therapeutic groups but also those who are managing, leading and working in organizations.

Looks at strategic management by drawing on the sciences of complexity and social scientific literature. Challenges the conceptual orthodoxy of planned strategy, focusing on the predictable unpredictability of organisational life.