Complex Adaptive Systems of Systems: A Grounded Theory Approach
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Authors
Johnson, Bonnie
Holness, Karen
Porter, Wayne
Hernandez, Alejandro
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complex adaptive systems of systems
grounded theory
systems engineering
complexity
grounded theory
systems engineering
complexity
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2018
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2018
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Glaser Center
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This paper details the classic grounded theory approach used in a research project to develop a conceptual theory for an engineering solution to address highly complex problems. Highly complex problem domains exist and are on the rise as we enter an Age of Interactions and Complexity. Our current world has been characterized by the plethora and ubiquity of information and global interconnections that link events and decisions to outcomes and effects that are often unpredictable and result in severe unforeseen and unintended consequences. Technological advances such as computers, the internet, Big Data, social media, artificial intelligence, and communication networks have expanded complex problem spaces. However, these same technologies present an opportunity to engineer a complex adaptive system of systems solution to address these challenging problems. This research project embarked on a classic grounded theory approach to study a number of knowledge domains and engineering processes, allowing a conceptual theory to emerge that offers an engineering solution to address highly complex problems. The project resulted in the emergence of a theory for a new class of engineered CASoS solutions. This paper details the classic grounded theory approach taken to conduct the research.
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The article of record as published may be found at https://groundedtheoryreview.org/index.php/gtr/article/view/288/226
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18 p.
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Johnson, B., Holness, K., Porter, W., & Hernandez, A. (2018). Complex Adaptive Systems of Systems: A Grounded Theory Approach. Grounded Theory Review, 17(1).
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This publication is a work of the U.S. Government as defined in Title 17, United States Code, Section 101. Copyright protection is not available for this work in the United States.