A root definition describing a notional system chosen for its relevance to what the investigator and/or people in the problem situation perceive as matters of contention. (Peter Checkland)

A root definition describing a notional system chosen for its relevance to what the investigator and/or people in the problem situation perceive as matters of contention.

Peter Checkland

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