System Archetype Escalation

In the model "system achetypes" (https://imodeler.info/ro?key=AWmcYVpCac1lRUJaRxmTz7Q) we have explained different system archetypes, which are describing common patterns of behavior in all kind of organizations or systems. For this, we have used simple examples - mainly based on the work of Peter Senge (Literature: Peter Senge et. al., The Fifth Discipline Fieldbook, 1994).

Peter Senge documented the most common set of patterns of behavior in organizations that have the tendency of reoccurring. These patterns almost always result in negative consequences due to mismanaging complex problems. Maybe, you will catch yourself by studying these patterns :-)

In the overview of the model you will find the most common set of system archetypes structured as clusters in a family tree (see figure above).

Here, we would like to present one of the above mentioned system archetypes. Have fun & happy modeling.
Yours CONSIDEO-Team

System Archetype Escalation - short description:

Short desription: Two competitors are fighting for the leadership (price war in our example - see figure above) without considerring the effects of their doing in a long-term view - ...

... resulting in an escalation process harming or destroying their own interest. (sales price in our example - see figure above) The Escalation archetype presents an irony of management - in the name of protecting and/or furthering the best interests of their organization, managers engage in escalating behavior to the point where they harm their organizations and reduce the value to customers, stakeholders and shareholders.

More examples: arms race, price war, divorces, workplace bullying etc.

Here you will find some more system archetypes: https://imodeler.info/ro?key=AWmcYVpCac1lRUJaRxmTz7Q

Have fun & happy modeling. Yours CONSIDEO-TEAM