Each system has its own unique qualities and considerations that must be taken into account to ensure effective and efficient outcomes.
Select each tile to view a summary of the system types.
Simple systems
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Behaviour is predictable, easy to analyse and static over time.
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A simple system can be part of a complicated or complex system.
Complicated systems
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Have more interconnected elements & more dynamic behaviours.
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Easy to understand with technical knowledge.
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Behaviour may change over time but in predictable ways.
Complex systems
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Individual elements and relationships between them are challenging to identify and understand.
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Elements are constantly changing and predicting behaviour is often not possible.
