Every complex situation, like a cube, has many faces,
and some are not visible from the place we know
or from the perspective in which we stand
Every complex situation, like a cube, has many faces, and some are not visible from the place we know or from the perspective in which we stand
WHAT IS IT ABOUT?
This methodology, designed by Victor G. Martínez PhD, is a habit of thought that proposes the resolution of complex problems from a global vision of the situation.
It has been developed from the union between design thinking, systemic thinking and complexity theory.
It brings together all possible perspectives and seeks to ensure that the result is participatory, democratic and sustainable at all levels.
DSS (design, sustainability and systems) arises from the search for solutions to the great problems of our society. Solutions that are appropriate for that moment and optimal according to the given conditions and the resources available.
WHAT IS IT ABOUT?
This methodology, designed by Victor G. Martínez PhD, is a habit of thought that proposes the resolution of complex problems from a global vision of the situation.
It has been developed from the union between design thinking, systemic thinking and complexity theory.
It brings together all possible perspectives and seeks to ensure that the result is participatory, democratic and sustainable at all levels.
DSS (design, sustainability and systems) arises from the search for solutions to the great problems of our society. Solutions that are appropriate for that moment and optimal according to the given conditions and the resources available.
STEPS
It is designed to be easily incorporated into work processes from different fields of professional experience.
It is designed to be easily incorporated into work processes from different fields of professional experience.
Puede complementar muy bien procesos de diseño de productos y servicios, ingeniería, urbanismo, arquitectura, gobernanza, producción de alimentos, gestión del agua y de los recursos naturales, etc.
1. OBJECTIVE DEFINITION
2.IMPLICATIONS AND RELATIONSHIPS
3. PARTICIPATORY DESIGN
4. PROBLEM’S ORIGIN
5. SOLUTIONS DEFINITION
6. ACTION PLAN
7. OPTIMIZE IMPLEMENT
8. FOLLOW UP
WHY USE DSS IN COMPLEX PROBLEMS?
This methodology unites and combines:
1. COMPLEXITY THEORY, to understand how a system of any kind behaves and how we can intervene in it; which makes possible, among other things, the creation of possible scenarios.
2. SYSTEMS THINKING that deals with flows, interdependence, connectivities, structure in a complex system, for example a traffic jam or water scarcity in a region.
3. DESIGN THINKING from which we rescue creativity, participatory design and the empathy that is generated when we understand the needs of each person involved, be it a person or an ecosystem.
This methodology unites and combines:
1. COMPLEXITY THEORY, to understand how a system of any kind behaves and how we can intervene in it; which makes possible, among other things, the creation of possible scenarios.
2. SYSTEMS THINKING that deals with flows, interdependence, connectivities, structure in a complex system, for example a traffic jam or water scarcity in a region.
3. DESIGN THINKING from which we rescue creativity, participatory design and the empathy that is generated when we understand the needs of each person involved, be it a person or an ecosystem.
From this perspective, we identify the real problem we are facing and generate solutions based on the information collected.
From here, the solutions to be implemented are ideated by applying the LEVERAGE POINTS IN A SYSTEM (theory presented in 1997 by the scientist Donella Meadows – Club of Rome in the 70s). These give us information on what solutions are available and how to address them efficiently, taking into account our resources and capabilities.
From this perspective, we identify the real problem we are facing and generate solutions based on the information collected.
From here, the solutions to be implemented are ideated by applying the LEVERAGE POINTS IN A SYSTEM (theory presented in 1997 by the scientist Donella Meadows – Club of Rome in the 70s). These give us information on what solutions are available and how to address them efficiently, taking into account our resources and capabilities.
To generate a systemic change it is necessary to gather and coordinate the different visions of the situation, otherwise the information would be incomplete.
Through participatory design we observe and listen to all parties, bring together experts and facilitate the creative process.
Different investigation and facilitation techniques are used as required by the process to obtain the information of interest.
To generate a systemic change it is necessary to gather and coordinate the different visions of the situation, otherwise the information would be incomplete.
Through participatory design we observe and listen to all parties, bring together experts and facilitate the creative process.
Different investigation and facilitation techniques are used as required by the process to obtain the information of interest.
This learning and problem solving process has been developed, tested and successfully implemented for more than 14 years in professional training.
This learning and problem solving process has been developed, tested and successfully implemented for more than 14 years in professional training.
FIELDS OF APPLICATION
It can complement product and service design processes, engineering, urban planning, architecture, governance, food production, water and natural resource management, etc.
TRAINING
We provide training programs of different depth and duration.
IN COMPANY TRAINING adapted to your professional needs and with the possibility of proposing a real case.
CONSULTANCY
SPECIALIZED ADVICE in systems thinking and related issues applied to your projects, we offer support in any phases along your process.
PROJECTS
Participation in projects as part of the work team from the figure of PROCESS FACILITATION (design mediator) to implement the methodology and follow up.