Optimal structures for social systems
Purpose - This paper seeks to propose an innovative approach to the assessment of the effectiveness of organizational structures. Design/methodology/approach - Explores a concept for the measurement of the fractal dimensionality of living organisms, applying it from biology to social organizations. Findings - The fractal dimensionality of an organization normally lies in the range of 2.2-2.3, if it is optimal. Research limitations/implications - The paper's limitations lie in the fact that it is not yet based on experimental evidence from real-world organizations. Originality/value - The findings of this paper give valuable impetus to the methodology of organizing.
organizations optimization techniques cybernetics systems theory