Systems thinking (Systems Engineering)

Systems thinking is an approach that focuses on understanding entire systems and the dynamic relationships between their parts, instead of looking at components in isolation. It encourages discovery, learning, and modeling to make sense of real-world complexity.

 

In Systems Engineering, this mindset is foundational, as it guides practitioners to design, analyze, and manage systems holistically, ensuring solutions remain effective, coherent, and aligned with broader contexts and stakeholder needs throughout the system’s lifecycle.