SYSTEM (Multi-level)
Charles François (2004). SYSTEM (Multi-level), International Encyclopedia of Systems and Cybernetics, 2(2): 3380.
| Collection | International Encyclopedia of Systems and Cybernetics |
|---|---|
| Year | 2004 |
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Vol. (num.) |
2(2) |
| ID | ◀ 3380 ▶ |
| Object type | Methodology or model |
A multi-level system is not necessarily rigidly hierarchical
in a unique vertical line of command.
There may exist communication
lines within the same level between different
subsystems , and possibly some local hierarchies
at intermediate levels. Various partial or local
hierarchies
may become unified only at the uppermost level.
Abilities and regulations
may even be more or less diffuse under the form or local but interconnected
networks , allowing for a heterarchical
and
holographic organization .