Bernhard Schieber

SSM Models as Objective Organizational Blueprints

Knowledge

An SSM activity model is a viewpoint-based device for asking questions, not an objectively correct organizational blueprint. Compare several purposeful interpretations with practice and investigate what each reveals. Logical coherence does not remove the need to examine feasibility, evidence, interests, and the authority behind a proposed change.

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Editorial orientation · Family

Tool

In this series, Tool names the editorial family primarily used to act on, examine, measure or organize communication. It includes instruments, methods, practices, protocols, codes and institutional arrangements. Membership does not certify effectiveness, portability or safe use in every setting.

Editorial orientation · Category

Research & Analysis Methods

Establishes procedures for collecting, coding, comparing or interpreting information for inquiry or analysis. Its contribution is a defensible route from observations or materials to an account, finding or interpretation.

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