Visualisation for system learning in supply chains. (23rd October 2007)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Lindskog, Magnus; Abrahamsson, Mats; Aronsson, Hakan
• Is Part Of: International journal of learning and change. Volume 2:Number 2(2007)
• Page Start: 170
• Page End: 191
• Publication Date: 2007-10-23
• Subjects: logistics -- mental models -- microworld engines -- simulation -- supply chain management -- SCM -- systemic structures -- visualisation -- learning -- knowledge management; Organizational learning -- Periodicals; Knowledge management -- Periodicals; Technological innovations -- Management -- Periodicals; 658.406
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1740-2875

Abstract

Contemporary supply chains are vastly complex, and decisions made by actors have system-wide consequences that these might not be able to foresee. There are gaps between 'best practice'-founded theory and actual practice in supply chains. To remedy this, we argue, the supply chain actors need to enhance systems knowledge. There is a need to support development of mental models about systemic structures in the supply chain. This is difficult, if not outright impossible, to achieve in real-life settings. A supply chain visualisation microworld engine has therefore been developed, which forms the basis of a learning arena that supports system learning for the supply chain actors.