Business Quote by Albert Low
“A company is a multidimensional system capable of growth, expansion, and self-regulation. It is, therefore, not a thing but a set of interacting forces. Any theory of organization must be capable of reflecting a company's many facets, its dynamism, and its basic orderliness. When company organization is reviewed, or when reorganizing a company, it must be loked upon as a whole, as a total system.”
About This Quote
A company should be seen as an interconnected, evolving system rather than a static object, requiring holistic analysis.
In simple terms: Treat a business as a dynamic whole.
Consider all interacting parts when managing or reorganizing.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- strategic planning
- merger integration
- process redesign
- change management
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you map the key forces in your organization?
- What hidden interactions might affect change?
Overemphasis on individual components can miss emergent behavior.