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		+	'''Soft Systems Methodology (SSM)''' is a problem-solving approach to address complex, ill-structured, or "soft" problems in organizational and social systems. Developed by Peter Checkland in the 1970s, SSM focuses on understanding the different perspectives and interpretations of stakeholders involved in a problem situation rather than seeking an objectively optimal solution. The primary goal of SSM is to facilitate a shared understanding among stakeholders and develop improvements that are both desirable and feasible within the specific context.
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		+	== Key Concepts and Steps ==
		+	SSM consists of a seven-step process that encourages an iterative and participatory approach to problem-solving:
		+	*'''Problem Situation:''' The first step involves identifying and exploring the problem situation in an unstructured manner. This includes gathering relevant information, understanding stakeholders' perspectives, and identifying key issues.
		+	*'''Rich Picture:''' A visual representation, called a rich picture, is created to illustrate the problem situation, including relationships, conflicts, and constraints. This diagram helps stakeholders develop a shared understanding of the problem context.
		+	*'''Root Definitions:''' In this step, stakeholders create root definitions for relevant systems within the problem situation. These are concise descriptions that capture the purpose, activities, and relationships of each system from different perspectives.
		+	*'''Conceptual Models:''' Based on the root definitions, conceptual models are developed to represent the ideal activities and relationships within each system. These models serve as a basis for comparing and evaluating the actual problem situation.
		+	*'''Comparison:''' The conceptual models are compared with the real-world problem situation to identify discrepancies, opportunities for improvement, and potential consequences of change.
		+	*'''Changes:''' Stakeholders collaboratively develop and propose feasible and desirable changes to improve the problem situation, considering the insights gained from the comparison.
		+	*'''Action:''' Finally, the agreed-upon changes are implemented, monitored, and evaluated to assess their effectiveness in addressing the problem situation. The process may be iterated as necessary to refine the solutions further.
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		+	== Benefits of Soft Systems Methodology ==
		+	*'''Shared Understanding:''' SSM facilitates communication and collaboration among stakeholders, enabling them to develop a shared understanding of complex problem situations.
		+	*'''Holistic Approach:''' SSM considers the broader context of a problem, including social, political, and cultural aspects, leading to more comprehensive and robust solutions.
		+	*'''Flexibility:''' The iterative nature of SSM allows for continuous learning and adaptation, making it suitable for addressing dynamic and evolving problem situations.
		+	*'''Inclusiveness:''' SSM values the diverse perspectives and interpretations of stakeholders, encouraging the consideration of multiple viewpoints and fostering a more inclusive decision-making process.
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		+	== See Also ==
		+	[[Problem Solving]]
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