Training: Systems Thinking - Mastering Complexity

In a world where the complexity of technical products and social systems is constantly increasing, it is crucial to design systems and team dynamics effectively. Systems thinking is an essential part of the systems engineering philosophy and provides you with helpful tools to master this challenge. With our training, we support you in developing a mindset that allows you to view problems holistically and correctly classify system behavior. 

Specifically, you will learn how to use systems thinking to better understand the interdependencies and interactions in complex technical systems in your team. You will be empowered to anticipate the effects of change and recognize system boundaries. This forms the basis for solving problems more effectively as a team, making informed decisions, and ultimately achieving your goals.

The aim of the training is to give you a comprehensive understanding of systems thinking and enable you to apply the methods and techniques of systems thinking in your teams and organizations. With a variety of exercises and discussion phases, you will have the opportunity to try out systems thinking directly and further develop your patterns of thinking and acting! 

• You will learn practical communication tools for interdisciplinary collaboration and apply them in practical exercises.
• You will gain new ways of thinking and looking at things to make complex relationships manageable.
• You will be given practical tools and modeling techniques that you can use in your everyday professional life.
• You can deepen your understanding of the exercises in a workbook. 
• You will actively exchange experiences with the other participants.
• You will benefit from the creativity-promoting working environment of the IdeenTriebwerks.

• How can I identify the most important interdependencies in complex systems in order to better understand the big picture?
• What methods can I use to recognize and leverage different perspectives and system views within my team?
• How can I predict the effects of changes on different system components and thus minimize risks?
• What approaches can I use to coordinate interdisciplinary teams and promote collaboration?
• How do I implement the principles of systems thinking in my organization to achieve long-term goals efficiently?

• Introduction to the concept of systems thinking
• Principles for the mindset of systems thinkers
• Models for identifying connections and interactions within a system
• Techniques for analyzing and modeling systems in order to predict the effects of changes on the overall system
• Methods for improving interdisciplinary coordination and collaboration in teams
• Frameworks and standards for systems thinking
• Application of methods and concepts using a consistent example
• Application of systems thinking in everyday work: project management and system analysis
• Creation of an action plan for implementing the concepts learned

The training is aimed at managers, project managers, and employees who are confronted with complex problems today or in the future, work in interdisciplinary teams, or would like an introduction to systems thinking.