by Rob Malcolm | Jun 16, 2026 | Source Note
Definition The Triple Bottom Line is a framework for assessing organisational success in three areas: economic, social, and ecological. In this Source Note, the third bottom line is reframed from Profit to Prosperity, emphasising not just short-term financial gains...
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 11, 2026 | Source Note
The ideas presented here are offered as a proposition rather than a definitive interpretation of Nishida’s work. Drawing on research, practice and reflection, Basho is described as a transient collective experience that arises from a healthy social ecology and...
by Rob Malcolm | Jun 5, 2026 | Source Note
A manufacturing company can look healthy from the boardroom and fragile from the factory floor. Years ago, after a successful $21 million MRP implementation, I suggested the company establish Data Quality Management and Data Stewards to protect the integrity of the...
by Rob Malcolm | Jun 2, 2026 | Source Note
Organisations Need a Design Language Every profession develops a language for describing and improving the things it creates. Architects use plans and elevations. Engineers use schematics. Accountants use financial statements. Organisations also need a language of...
by Rob Malcolm | May 30, 2026 | Source Note
Why successful integration depends on extending Shared Mental Models Most merger integration programs focus heavily on systems, structures, governance, reporting lines, and process standardisation. These activities are important. However, many integration failures...