The document discusses the system theory, which views organizations as complex systems made up of interconnected subsystems. It defines key aspects of the system theory, including that organizations rely on synergy between subsystems like departments and employees. The premises of system theory are explained, noting organizations function like living organisms through interdependent subsystems working together. Characteristics of system theory focus on communication, boundaries, and organizations being goal-directed. Advantages include a broad theoretical view of organizations and dealing with complexity, while disadvantages are a lack of focus on specific tasks and interpersonal relationships. Modern organizations apply system theory to measure performance and interactions between individuals and departments.

1. Group Members:
Roxcine Whyte
Court-nee Bernard
Nordia-kaye Moore
Davina Irving
SYSTEMS
Markavia Williams
THEORY

2. WHAT IS THE SYSTEM THEORY
 The system theory is the transdisciplinary
study of the abstract organization of
phenomena, independent of their substance,
type, or spatial or temporal scale of existence.
It is also a management methodology as it is
a way of analyzing and thinking about
organizations and also an alternative
approach

3. THE PREMISES OF THE SYSTEM
THEORY
The systems theory puts forth the premise that
organizations, like living organisms, are made up
of numerous component subsystems that must
work together in harmony for the larger system
to succeed. Systems theory states that
organizational success relies on synergy,
interrelations and interdependence between
different subsystems. As arguably the most
valuable component of a company, employees
make up various vital subsystems within an
organization. Departments, work groups,
business units, facilities and individual
employees can all be considered component
systems of the organizations

4. CHARACTERISTICS/FEACTURES OF
THE SYSTEMS THEORY
 Communication
Communication mechanisms must be put in place for
organizational systems to exchange relevant
information with its environment.
Communication provides for the flow of information
among the subsystems.
Systems, subsystems and supersystem
Systems are a set interrelated parte that turn inputs to
outputs through processing.
Subsystems is the step that does the processing of the
objectives within an organization.
Super systems are other systems in environment of
which the survival of the focal system id dependent.

5. CHARACTERISTICS/FEACTURES OF
THE SYSTEMS THEORY
 Boundaries
The part of the system that separates it from its
environment. The four types of boundaries
involved in the process are
physical, linquistical, systematic and
psychological boundaries.
Goal-directedness
systems are goal oriented and engage in feedback
in order to meet the goals of the organisation.
Also, every part of the system is interdependent
with each other working together towards the

6. ADVANTAGES OF THE SYSTEMS
THEORY
 It focuses on the environment and
how changes can impact the
organisation.
 Broadens the theoretical aspects for
viewing the behaviour of
organizations.
 It is designed to deal with complex
tasks

7. DISADVANTAGES OF THE SYSTEMS
THEORY
 The systems theory doesn’t focus on specific
task functions
 Doesn’t provide for detailed focus.
 The theory changes in environment directly
affect the structure and function of the
organisation
 Doesn’t directly explore the impact of
interpersonal relationships and loyalty on
productively.

8. WAYS SYSTEM THEORY IS USED
IN MORDERN ORGANISATION
System theory is used to measure performance,
control and compute the interactions among
individuals in each department of the
organisation.
when the system theory is presented in an
organisation this helps in growth and
development.
If a typical managerial leader has any
knowledge of the system theory it is easier to
manage the mechanisms of products and
services leaving the organisation.

9. QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS