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Systems Thinking and Beyond

Dr Joseph Kasser

The AI team take a deep dive into successful innovative tools, practical and conceptual applications of systems thinking and beyond and systems engineering to various types of problems, summarizing the concepts behind the successes and usually drawing general conclusions for how the concepts may be used in other situations. The opinions expressed by the AI team in each deep dive are their own and have not been edited in any way. While systems thinking provides an understanding of the problematic

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From Zero Defects to Zero Requirements and Zero Lectures

Systems Thinking and Beyond ·

2026/09/30

The AI team takes a deep dive into Dr. Joseph E. Kasser’s (updated) presentation at the BCS SQM XXXIII 2026 International Quality Conference on 25 September 2026. The presentation outlines how artificial intelligence can transform both systems engineering and postgraduate education through a shared philosophy of preventive problem-solving. By employing interactive AI dialogues, professionals can uncover true customer requirements and minimize the need for lengthy, ambiguous textual specifications

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Book Review: Building Ontologies with Basic Formal...

Systems Thinking and Beyond ·

2026/09/10

The AI Team take a deep drive into a book that introduces applied ontology as a vital technical discipline designed to manage and integrate the massive amounts of data generated in modern biomedical science. The authors argue that information systems often suffer from interoperability issues caused by inconsistent terminology, technological silos, and logical errors known as imprecise thinking. To resolve these challenges, the book advocates for the use of Basic Formal Ontology (BFO), a top-level

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21:55

Book review: Claude for dummies

Systems Thinking and Beyond ·

2026/08/31

The AI team take a deep dive into Claude For Dummies, a comprehensive guidebook by Stephanie Diamond designed to help users master Anthropic's AI assistant. It covers fundamental operations such as account setup, effective prompting, and the use of specialized features like Projects and Memory. The manual also details advanced capabilities, including document analysis, automated workflows, and the creation of interactive Artifacts. By explaining how Claude differs from traditional search engines

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00:21:13

AI Through a Systems Lens: Solutions and Illusions

Systems Thinking and Beyond ·

2026/06/14

In this presentation, the AI team takes a deep dive into a YouTube video discusion the dual nature of artificial intelligence as both a powerful problem-solving tool and a source of deceptive illusions. He utilizes Large Language Models (LLMs) to demonstrate how they can assist with tasks ranging from systems engineering to resolving mundane household issues. The sources clarify that these models function using probabilistic text generation rather than genuine understanding, operating as stateless

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00:20:48

The Natureology Hallucination

Systems Thinking and Beyond ·

2026/05/19

The AI team takes a deep dive into "Natureology" hallucination which occurred when the AI was asked to define a non-existent term (a typo for "Naturology") and, rather than simply seeking clarification, invented a complete philosophical and academic framework for the word. Drawing on Joseph Kasser's nine Holistic Thinking Perspectives (HTPs), the AI defined this imaginary field as the "integrative study of the natural world" and detailed how it would function across every perspective, such as

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00:18:23

Book Review: How to Design Programs: Systematic...

Systems Thinking and Beyond ·

2026/05/09

The AI team takes a deep dive into the second edition of How to Design Programs , which presents a systematic methodology for software creation, emphasizing program design over mere coding. The authors advocate for a design recipe consisting of six essential steps that transform a problem analysis into a functional, tested program. This approach utilizes the DrRacket environment and a series of teaching languages specifically crafted to provide clear feedback to beginners. Students learn to

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00:22:36

Book Review: Bilingual Messianic Passover Haggadah

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2026/05/02

Have you ever wondered about the Jewish Passover festival? The AI team takes a deep dive into a bilingual guidethat presents the order of aPassover Sederthrough a blend ofJewish traditionandChristian theology. The text provides astep-by-step liturgical framework, including thelighting of candles, thefour cups of wine, and thesymbolic foodsfound on the Seder plate. It utilizesscriptural readingsfrom both theOld and New Testamentsto connect theexodus from Egyptto the life and sacrifice ofJesus

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00:23:11

Mission Engineering, a Return to the Original Systems...

Systems Thinking and Beyond ·

2026/04/25

The AI team takes a deep dive into the Department of Defense Mission Engineering Guide (Version 2.0), which provides a standardized, interdisciplinary framework for analyzing and designing military missions to achieve specific outcomes. This methodology decomposes missions into mission threads and engineering threads to evaluate how different technologies, systems, and tactics impact overall success. By utilizing digital engineering tools and quantitative modeling, the guide helps practitioners

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00:23:36

Book Review: Learn Systems Thinking

Systems Thinking and Beyond ·

2026/04/19

The AI takes a deep dive into a book that serves as an instructional guide to systems thinking, a holistic methodology designed to address the complex, interconnected challenges of the modern world. The authour, Wallace Wright argues against linear, mechanistic problem-solving, encouraging readers instead to view organizations and global issues as dynamic feedback loops. By examining the underlying structures and patterns which exist beneath surface-level events—frequently illustrated through

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00:22:20

Bogdanov: The Unknown Pioneer of Systems Science

Systems Thinking and Beyond ·

2026/04/18

The AI team takes a deep dive into Alexander Bogdanov’s Tektology, a pioneering work that seeks to establish a universal science of organization. The author argues that all human, biological, and cosmic processes are governed by identical structural laws, positioning his theory as a precursor to modern systems theory and cybernetics. Through a detailed table of contents and introductory essays, the source explains how mankind and nature both function as organizers, utilizing mechanisms such

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00:14:54

Book Review: Systems Science for Engineers and Scholars

Systems Thinking and Beyond ·

2026/04/11

The AI team takes a deep dive into a text which introduces systems science as an interdisciplinary framework designed to bridge the gap between specialized academic "silos" such as biology, physics, and engineering. Written by Avner Engel, the book Systems Science for Engineers and Scholars outlines ten fundamental principles—including hierarchy, complexity, and emergence—that govern all systems regardless of their specific domain. It encourages professionals to adopt holistic thinking to solve

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00:20:20

Understanding Large Language Model AIs

Systems Thinking and Beyond ·

2026/04/05

The AI team takes a deep dive into the technical architecture and operational logic of Large Language Models (LLMs). They explain that these systems are trained through a multi-stage process; pre-training, fine-tuning, and human feedback, to predict text sequence. A central focus is the Transformer architecture, which uses an attention mechanism to understand relationships between words and manage linguistic nuances such as spelling errors. The team clarify that AI "memory" is actually a process

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00:16:05

An Introduction to System Science

Systems Thinking and Beyond ·

2026/03/28

The AI team take a deep dive into a book, Introduction to System Science with MATLAB by Gary Marlin Sandquist Zakary and Robert Wilde. The book introduces system science as a multidisciplinary framework for analyzing and modeling rational systems through the use of MATLAB. It emphasizes that effective practitioners must combine mathematical proficiency with computer competence to evaluate complex phenomena ranging from physical sciences to human history and sociology. By applying the principle of

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00:18:54

The Collapse of MBSE and the Collateral Damage to...

Systems Thinking and Beyond ·

2026/03/22

The AI team takes a deep dive into a provided text, The Collapse of MBSE and the Collateral Damage to Systems Engineering, by Art Villanueva, DEng, ESEP which argues thatModel-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)has mistakenly become a substitute for the broader discipline ofsystems engineering, leading to a decline in professional authority and decision-making quality. While MBSE is a valuable tool fororganizing and documenting system information, it often lacks theanalytical powerrequired to drive

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The power of temporal analysis

Systems Thinking and Beyond ·

2026/03/15

The AI takes a deep dive into a Case Study which introducestemporal analysisas a superior method for evaluating nonprofit effectiveness compared to traditional single-year snapshots. Using theINCOSE Foundationas a detailed case study, the text illustrates how longitudinal data can exposegovernance red flags, such as inconsistent state registrations and systematic bylaw violations. While the organization maintains high ratings from automated evaluators like Charity Navigator, the author reveals

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00:17:34

The Information War Survival Guide

Systems Thinking and Beyond ·

2026/03/11

The AI team takes a deep dive into how individuals can navigate the modern information war by using critical thinking and artificial intelligence. It highlights that social media is often filled with biased narratives and emotional manipulation regarding global conflicts and political figures. To combat this, the AI team suggest using AI tools like ChatGPT or Claude to analyze claims for accuracy, missing context, and intent. By focusing on critiquing information rather than attacking people, users

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00:24:48

Proposed Principles for Systems Engineering: From...

Systems Thinking and Beyond ·

2026/03/08

The AI team takes a deep dive into Prof Joseph Kasser's draft manuscript which proposes a scientific foundation for systems engineering to resolve the discipline's long-standing identity crisis and its conflation with management. The framework moves away from defining the field by observed workplace roles (Systems Engineering The Role (SETR) , instead focusing on Systems Engineering The Activity (SETA) as an enabling discipline grounded in objective system science axioms. This structure is

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00:20:15

Does INCOSE Have Any Principles?

Systems Thinking and Beyond ·

2026/02/28

The AI team takes a deep dive into the 15 INCOSE Systems Engineering Principles and an iterative AI analysis of those principles.The AI team critique INCOSE for not defining principles, but stating 'so-called' principles as "transcendent truths" that explicitly avoid "how-to" methods, effectively turning engineering into philosophy. True engineering principles, such as Ohm’s Law, must be mathematical, predictive, and falsifiable. An analysis of the language in the 15 principles found that

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15:55

Mastering Agentic AI:

Systems Thinking and Beyond ·

2026/02/22

The AI team takes a deep dive into Agentic AI for Dummies. The book provides an introduction to a transformative technology that moves beyond simple content generation to proactive decision-making and independent action. Unlike traditional software, these systems utilize multi-agent coordination and adaptive behavior to complete complex, multi-step goals with minimal human oversight. The material details the technical architecture required for these agents, emphasizing the importance of memory

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18:45

Applying AI in Learning & Development

Systems Thinking and Beyond ·

2026/02/15

The AI team takes a deep dive into the book Applying AI in Learning & Development. The author, Josh Cavalier explores the transformative role of generative artificial intelligence within the modern workplace. The text provides a comprehensive roadmap for education professionals to transition from traditional content creation to AI-enhanced performance consulting. Key concepts include the Human-AI Task Scale, the mechanics of multimodal systems, and the strategic use of structured

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