Decision and Control: The Meaning of Operational Research and Management Cybernetics

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Stafford Beer

Decision and Control

The Meaning of Operational Research and Management Cybernetics

Stafford Beer

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John Wiley & Sons Inc
28 September 1994

Cybernetics & systems theory; Operational research; Philosophy of science

Series: Classic Beer Series

Presents the basic approaches underlying Stafford Beer's thinking since the publication of his first book in 1959. Deals with a philosophy of science relevant to management and particularly with the nature of models. Demonstrates all major points through examples quoted of management science applications to industry and government.

By: Stafford Beer
Imprint: John Wiley & Sons Inc
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: New edition
Dimensions: Height: 239mm, Width: 155mm, Spine: 32mm
Weight: 879g
ISBN: 9780471948384
ISBN 10: 0471948381
Series: Classic Beer Series
Pages: 576
Publication Date: 28 September 1994
Audience: College/higher education , A / AS level , Further / Higher Education
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Stafford Beer was a British theorist, consultant and professor at the Manchester Business School. He is best known for his work in the fields of operational research and management cybernetics.