by Rob Malcolm | Jun 16, 2026 | Glossary
DSRP — A systems thinking framework based on Distinctions, Systems, Relationships, and Perspectives that helps people make sense of complexity. Developed by Derek and Laura Cabrera, DSRP proposes that all thinking is built from four fundamental patterns: Distinctions...
by Rob Malcolm | Jun 16, 2026 | Glossary
Double-loop learning means questioning the assumptions, rules or beliefs behind an action—not simply trying to perform the same action better. Single-loop learning asks, How can we improve what we are doing? Double-loop learning also asks, Are we doing the right...
by Rob Malcolm | Jun 16, 2026 | Glossary
An approach to change that works with consequences, feedback, and learning rather than relying on control and prediction. Consequence Actions create consequences. Consequences provide feedback about how systems, people, organisations, and environments respond to...
by Rob Malcolm | Jun 16, 2026 | Source Note
Definition ‘Prevention is better than cure, ‘ my mum once said.🤱🏻 A Consequential Intervention is an adaptive form of action that seeks to influence outcomes while recognising that every intervention creates new consequences and, in doing so, changes the...
by Rob Malcolm | Jun 16, 2026 | Glossary
Design thinking explores what people need and tests practical ways of meeting that need. Strategic thinking considers where to focus, what choices must be made and how those choices may affect the wider system over time. Design thinking asks, What might work, and how...