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Systems Thinking in the Modern Workplace

Thursday, 15 May 2025 | Virtual

R1 500.00 (excl. VAT)

Unlock the power of Systems Thinking to navigate workplace complexity, enhance labour relations, and improve decision-making. This dynamic workshop equips professionals with practical tools to foster collaboration, resolve disputes, and build a strategic, systems-oriented culture.


📅 Register now to develop smarter problem-solving skills and drive organisational success!

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Time & Location


15 May 2025, Thursday, 09:00 - 14:00

Virtual

About The Event

This dynamic workshop is designed to introduce professionals to the transformative power of Systems Thinking. Participants will explore the foundational principles and concepts of Systems Thinking and learn how to apply these techniques to understand and navigate complex workplace systems. From enhancing labour relations to integrating Systems Thinking into leadership and decision-making, this workshop provides practical tools and real-world examples to foster a systems-oriented mindset. Join us to develop strategic thinking skills and create a more collaborative and effective organisational culture.


1. Introduction to Systems Thinking

  • Overview of Systems Thinking principles and concepts

  • History and evolution of Systems Thinking

  • Key elements: feedback loops, interrelationships, and dynamic complexity


2. Applying Systems Thinking in the Workplace and understanding complex systems in the workplace

  • Tools and techniques for Systems Thinking (e.g., causal loop diagrams, stock and flow diagrams)

  • Case studies and practical examples


3. Systems Thinking in Labour Relations

  • Understanding labour relations through a systems lens

  • Addressing conflict and improving communication between labour and management

  • Techniques for fostering collaboration and resolving disputes

  • Case study


4. Integrating Systems Thinking into Leadership and Decision-Making

  • Enhancing strategic thinking and problem-solving skills

  • Building a systems-oriented organisational culture

  • Case study and practical examples

  • Resources for further learning

For manual registration please fill out and download the manual registration form, and email it to info@globalbusiness.co.za to register for the event.


Presented by Global Business Solutions (GBS) - Your Partner in Strategic HR Compliance


All workshops are offered as customised in-house training that can be presented virtually or on-site.

*All courses and conferences are subject to minimum delegate numbers.


GBS is:

Qualifying Small Enterprise

Level 2 B-BBEE Contributor

53% Black Owned

More than 51% Black Women Owned

More about the presenter:


Grant Wilkinson

Director of Kirchmanns Inc., Senior Consultant at Global Business Solutions and SASLAW WC Committee Member

Grant is an admitted attorney with a wide range of experience in both consulting and training. Grant’s focus areas are: Labour Law, industrial relations, legislative development, commercial law, consumer protection, corporate governance, and human resources.

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