Living systems
- Ade McCormack
- Aug 2
- 1 min read
What are living systems?
Living systems are open, self-organizing life forms that consist of interacting parts, characterised by metabolism, growth, and adaptation. Key examples include single cells, complex organisms, and entire ecosystems
Nature has spent billions of years refining living systems to survive, adapt and evolve in changing environments.
Intelligent organisations apply living systems principles to enhance their viability, vitality and long-term value.
By understanding and applying these principles, organisations can move beyond rigid, machine-like structures and develop the capacity to sense changes in their environment, learn continuously, self-organise where appropriate and adapt to emerging challenges and opportunities.