Dealing with complexity – the use of problem structuring methods in management science
International journal of organizational analysis,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Янв. 30, 2025
Purpose
This
paper
aims
to
examine
the
current
level
of
application
problem
structuring
methods,
a
distinct
domain
within
wider
analytical
decision-support
discipline
operational
research
(OR),
in
dealing
with
complex
situations
organisations
and
societies.
Design/methodology/approach
The
has
reviewed
relevant
literature
on
methods
by
analysing
articles
practical
applications
that
have
been
published
discipline-based
journals
over
past
15
years.
aim
was
identify
extent
which
OR
practitioners
use
particular
tools
way
this
is
done
interventions.
Findings
results
show
main
maintained
their
popularity
are
frequently
used
as
approaches
facilitated
modelling
environment.
At
same
time,
new
proposed,
these
typically
integrated
multi-methodological
frameworks
often
include
more
traditional
techniques.
On
other
hand,
even
though
now
quite
well-established
Europe
parts
world,
they
do
not
seem
enjoy
acceptance
or
recognition
USA.
Originality/value
provides
an
up-to-date
account
means
handling
increased
complexity
highlights
contribution
important
field
work
can
make
problems
challenges
world
faces
turbulent
Язык: Английский
Revisiting the sustainability science research agenda
Sustainability Science,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Окт. 24, 2024
Identifying
research
gaps
and
priorities
is
paramount
to
advance
sustainability
science
contribute
a
sustainable
future.
This
editorial
contributes
this
effort
by
contemplating
the
agenda
aligning
it
with
recent
changes
in
global
dynamics.
Drawing
on
consultations
board
members
of
Sustainability
Science
journal
review
relevant
literature,
we
identified
12
key
topics.
These
topics
are
interpreted
within
strategic
framework
encompassing
three
themes:
(1)
goals
that
drive
science,
(2)
approaches
attain
these
goals,
(3)
tools
research.
In
so
doing,
emphasizes
development
extending
beyond
2030,
fostering
equity
justice,
tackling
issues
related
power
dynamics
geopolitical
conflicts.
It
underscores
significance
attaining
particular,
theorizing,
co-production
knowledge
action,
clarity
conceptual
descriptions,
developing
systems-oriented
analytical
frameworks.
Additionally,
highlights
value
place-based
approaches,
learning
from
significant
systemic
shocks,
nurturing
inner
transformations.
also
underlines
need
explore
emerging
technologies
data-intensive
methodologies
as
tool
address
concerns.
The
systematic
contemplation
presented
piece
aims
invoke
further
discussion
among
researchers
practitioners
about
fresh
promotes
integration
nature
society.
Язык: Английский
Solving the Problem of Reducing the Audiences’ Favor toward an Educational Institution by Using a Combination of Hard and Soft Operations Research Approaches
Mathematics,
Год журнала:
2023,
Номер
11(18), С. 3815 - 3815
Опубликована: Сен. 5, 2023
Because
of
hyper-complexity,
a
difficulty
to
define,
multiple
stakeholders
with
conflicting
perspectives,
and
lack
clear-cut
solutions,
wicked
problems
necessitate
innovative
adaptive
strategies.
Operations
research
(OR)
has
been
valuable
tool
for
managers
make
informed
decisions
years.
However,
as
we
face
increasingly
complex
messy
problems,
it
become
apparent
that
relying
solely
on
either
hard
or
soft
OR
approaches
is
no
longer
sufficient.
We
need
explore
more
methodologies
address
these
effectively.
This
study
bridged
the
gap
by
proposing
structured
process
encompassing
subdivision-based
problem
structuring
method
defining
problem,
multi-attribute
decision-making
(MADM)
prioritizing
subproblems,
technique,
data
envelopment
analysis
(DEA)
tackling
one
most
critical
subdivisions.
The
proposed
methodology,
(SPSM),
implemented
in
case
study,
focuses
higher
education
institution
experiencing
decline
student
admissions
involves
five
steps.
First,
diverse
group
formed
ensure
comprehensive
consideration
perspectives.
Second,
defined,
considering
long-term
consequences,
stakeholders,
qualitative
stakeholder
opinions.
Third,
hierarchical
structure
created
break
down
into
manageable
subproblems.
Fourth,
multi-criteria
(MCDM)
prioritizes
Finally,
subproblems
are
addressed
using
combination
tools.
findings
highlight
benefits
integrating
approaches.
concludes
reflections
implications
combined
approach
tackle
beyond.
Язык: Английский
The Use of Problem Structuring Methods in the Non-Profit Sector: An Analysis of Applications
Palgrave studies in cross-disciplinary business research, in association with EuroMed Academy of Business,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
unknown, С. 101 - 122
Опубликована: Янв. 1, 2024
Язык: Английский
Solving the Problem of Reducing the Audiences’ Favor Towards an Educational Institution by Using a Combination of Hard and Soft Operations Research Approaches
Опубликована: Июнь 15, 2023
Because
of
hyper
complexity,
difficulty
to
define,
multiple
stakeholders
with
conflicting
perspectives,
and
lack
clear-cut
solutions,
wicked
problems
necessitate
innovative
adaptive
strategies.
Operations
Research
has
been
a
valuable
tool
for
managers
make
informed
decisions
years.
However,
as
we
face
increasingly
complex
messy
problems,
it
become
apparent
that
relying
solely
on
either
hard
or
soft
OR
approaches
is
no
longer
sufficient.
We
need
explore
more
methodologies
address
these
effectively.
This
study
bridged
the
research
gap
by
proposing
structured
process
encompassing
subdivision-based
problem
structuring
method
defining
problem,
multi-attribute
decision-making
(MADM)
prioritizing
sub-problems,
technique,
data
envelopment
analysis
(DEA)
tackling
one
most
critical
sub-divisions.
The
proposed
methodology,
implemented
in
case
study,
focuses
higher
education
institution
experiencing
decline
student
admissions
involves
five
steps.
First,
diverse
group
formed
ensure
comprehensive
consideration
perspectives.
Second,
defined,
considering
long-term
consequences,
stakeholders,
qualitative
stakeholder
opinions.
Third,
hierarchical
structure
created
break
down
into
manageable
sub-problems.
Fourth,
multi-criteria
(MCDM)
prioritizes
Finally,
sub-problems
are
addressed
using
combination
tools.
findings
highlight
benefits
integrating
approaches.
article
concludes
reflections
implications
combined
approach
tackle
beyond.
Язык: Английский