Able Quote by Kevin Kelly
“An organization's reason for being, like that of any organism, is to help the parts that are in relationship to each other, to be able to deal with change in the environment.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Inevitable, Kevin Kelly, 2016
An organization exists to help its parts adapt to environmental changes, similar to a living organism.
In simple terms: Organizations help parts adapt to change.
Key Takeaway
Facilitate adaptive collaboration.
Themes
organization
adaptation
systems
change management
interdependence
ecology
Mood
analytical
pragmatic
Type
business
philosophical
When to use this quote
- corporate restructuring
- team dynamics
- environmental shifts
Key Concepts
business strategy
systems theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How can organizations stay flexible?
- What role does each part play in change?
A Different Perspective
Adaptation may be limited by rigid structures.
