Sistemose

Sistemose is a neologism used in theoretical discussions of systems theory to denote a particular kind of cohesive network. The term is a coinage that has appeared in recent writings and does not have a fixed origin in established dictionaries.

In usage, a sistemose describes an integrated configuration of interacting parts that forms a boundary-defined, self-regulating whole. It emphasizes feedback, information exchange, and emergent behavior that cannot be predicted by examining components in isolation.

In computational and organizational theory, sistemose-like models arise when local rules and interactions generate global patterns through self-organization. These models are applied in autonomous systems, organizational design, and ecological or socio-technical simulations.

Sistemose differs from related terms such as ecosystem or machine by focusing on internal coherence, adaptive capacity, and the functional boundary between system and environment.

Because the term lacks a standardized definition, some scholars treat it as vague or rhetorical rather than a formal technical term. Critics urge formalization through explicit criteria, measurements of resilience, adaptability, and information flow.

See also: systems theory, cybernetics, complex systems, emergence.