Complex Systems Governance   CSG is an emerging field focused on performance of functions necessary to maintain viability existence of a complex system A reference model has been developed for CSG   A three staged approach to CSG development is suggested by Keating et al This approach includes three primary stages for developing CSG Initialization Readiness Assessment and Development   Engaging in CSG Development  To engage in CSG development several issues must first be considered One objective is to examine CSG development issues for their potential to impact the effectiveness of a CSG effort particularly the design execution and the ultimate evolution of CSG  This article explores those issues with emphasis on implications for development    Background  Charles B Keating articulates a path forward for continued elaboration of the first generation CSG development methodology in Complex System Governance Development A First Generation Methodology