Over the last two decades a major focus of organization theory has been on understanding the dynamic relationships between individuals, organizations and their environments. This interest in dynamics, illustrated by systems, chaos and complexity theory, is recorded in the works of Ackoff, Senge and Stacey. This focus offers a new viewpoint on holism for practising leaders and theorists today.

Building on this interest, Davis and Smiths original text presents a new philosophical lens for helping leaders see the advantages of a more holistic approach to improving organizations. Specifically...