Smart decisions in complex systems

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Faced with ever-increasing complexity on a daily basis, the decision-makers of today are struggling to find the appropriate models, methods and tools to face the issues arising in complex systems across all levels of global operations. Having, in the past, resorted to outdated approaches which limit problem-solving to linear world views, we must now capitalize on complexities in order to succeed and progress in our society. This book provides a guide to harnessing the wealth inherent to complex systems. It organises the transition to complex decision-making in all business spheres while providing many examples in various application domains. Read more... Abstract: Faced with ever-increasing complexity on a daily basis, the decision-makers of today are struggling to find the appropriate models, methods and tools to face the issues arising in complex systems across all levels of global operations. Read more... Content: PART 1 -- The Foundations of Complexity -- PART 2 -- Evidencing Field Complexity -- The New "Complex" Operational Context -- Taking Up Complexity -- PART 3 -- Tackling Complexity with a Methodology -- Management and Control of Complex Systems -- Platforms for Taking up Complexity -- PART 4 -- Applying Intrinsic Complexity: The Uberization of the Economy -- Computer-assisted Production Management -- Complexity and Cognitive Robotics.