A structure (or theory) is essential if we are to effectively interrelate and interpret our observations in any field of knowledge. Without an integrating structure, information remains a hodge-podge of fragments. Without an organizing structure, knowledge is a mere collection of observations, practices and conflicting incidents.
– Jay W. Forrester, Principles of Systems, Wright-Allen Press, 1968
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Engineering 101
All technologies are nothing more than applying energy to rearrange atoms and/or bits[1. Whether or not it’s actually atoms or bits in the end is a deeper more interesting question. It’s really about substance and pattern.] within a system of constraints. Engineering is the discipline of understanding and applying those … Continue reading
