Doing it Differently: Systems for rethinking infrastructure by David Blockley Pa

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE Doing it Differently by David Blockley Fully updated, the second edition of Doing it Differently: Systems for Rethinking Infrastructure sets out the theory, concepts and tools using real-life examples to persuade people to think differently rather than relying on specific techniques or methods for particular types of problem. FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Doing it Differently: Systems for Rethinking Infrastructure proposes systems thinking as a methodology to deliver change. The book sets out the theory, concepts and tools using real-life examples to persuade people to think differently rather than simply relying on specific techniques or methods for particular types of problem.The first edition was published in 2000 to respond to the Egan Report of 1998 which called for radical change in the construction industry. With UK Government spending in the order of £200bn over the next 10 years, this book is being directly helpful to those responsible for changes in the delivery of infrastructure needs.The second edition has been updated to reflect the current and growing realisation of the importance of infrastructure to the national economy and to manage the effects of climate change. It is organised using a simple framework to help improve systems thinking capability and shared learning. It also includes a coherent treatment of complexity in construction with new clarifications of terms such as risk, vulnerability and resilience, and more on how to use tools such as the "Italian Flag", as well as a new treatment of high consequence, low probability events to improve resilience.Doing it Differently: Systems for Rethinking Infrastructurereflects the current and growing realisation of the importance of infrastructure to the national economy in UK and internationally including USA.includes numerous practical examples and case study boxes that help to illustrate major pointsprovides the inspiration and resources to enable all infrastructure players to rethink and deliver change by doing it differently Author Biography David Blockley is Emeritus Professor at the University of Bristol. Patrick Godfrey is Professor of Systems Engineering at the University of Bristol, and Director of the Systems Centre and the EPSRC Industrial Doctorate Centre in Systems at University of Bristol and University of Bath. Table of Contents Part I. The need to do it differently 1. Expecting the unexpected Part II. Thinking differently 2. Learning our way through the future 3. Everything changes 4. Finding the leverage 5. Hardness and softness Part III. Making the difference 6. Rigour through practical foresight 7. Making the most of our learning journeys 8. Delivering quality 9. Inspiring the team 10. Looking to the future Appendix A Infrastructure digital technology requires systems-thinking Appendix B Contracts informed by systems-thinking can overcome the silo effect Appendix C A very brief history of the gestation of systems-thinking Review This book provides an excellent framework for the development of the resilient and effective infrastructure that we need for economic growth and global competitiveness. It provides the basis for integrated thought leadership, a broadened perspective and a facilitated progression to digitally enabled design, construction and use. -- Tim Broyd, President of the Institution of Civil Engineers, 2016-2017, and Director of the UCL for Digital Innovation in the Built Environment; Details ISBN0727760823 Author David Blockley ISBN-10 0727760823 ISBN-13 9780727760821 Format Paperback Media Book Pages 256 Edition 2nd Imprint ICE Publishing Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Year 2017 Publication Date 2017-01-20 UK Release Date 2017-01-20 AU Release Date 2017-01-20 NZ Release Date 2017-01-20 DEWEY 624.0684 Audience Professional & Vocational Publisher Emerald Publishing Limited Edition Description 2nd Edition Subtitle Systems for rethinking infrastructure Illustrations Illustrations We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERY No matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. SECURE PAYMENT Peace of mind by paying through PayPal and eBay Buyer Protection TheNile_Item_ID:161792644;

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