Modelling distributed decision making

Jens Rasmussen

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Abstract

The use of modern information technology for decision support in com-plex systems and organisations has led to an increased interest in analysis and modelling of co-operative work and distributed decision making. The paper brings a discussion and comparison of three different approaches to such models, i.e., from the point of view of cognitive work analysis, of hierarchical control theory, and of organisation and management theory. It is concluded, that a significant convergence is found in the concepts and theoretical structures developed in the different professions and that the development of predictive models of distributed decision making which is very much needed for systems design can benefit from a cross-disciplinary interaction. Finally, it is argued that methods and concepts for simulation of complex decision making organisations should be critically reviewed and developed
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationDistributed decision making. Cognitive models for cooperative work
EditorsJ. Rasmussen, B. Brehmer, J. Leplat
Place of PublicationChichester
PublisherWiley
Publication date1991
Pages111-142
ISBN (Print)0-471-92828-3
Publication statusPublished - 1991
Externally publishedYes
EventBad Homburg Workshop - Bad Homburg, Germany
Duration: 1 May 19881 May 1988

Workshop

WorkshopBad Homburg Workshop
Country/TerritoryGermany
CityBad Homburg
Period01/05/198801/05/1988
SeriesNew technologies and work

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