systemsia
Systemsia is a proposed interdisciplinary framework for analyzing and designing complex, interconnected systems. It synthesizes ideas from systems theory, cybernetics, network science, information theory, and data analytics to study how components interact, adapt, and influence overall behavior. Proponents emphasize emergent properties, feedback mechanisms, and resilience in the face of disturbances.
Etymology and usage: The term blends “system” with the -sia suffix common to scientific disciplines, and is
Core concepts include interdependence among subsystems, modularity with scalable interfaces, information flows and control loops, boundary
Methods and tools: system dynamics, agent-based modeling, graph theory, and simulation; data science techniques for sensing
Applications: design of urban infrastructure, supply chains, digital ecosystems, environmental management, healthcare networks, and large-scale organizations.
Reception and limitations: as a loosely defined framework, systemsia is not a formal academic discipline. Critics
Related concepts include systems theory, cybernetics, network science, and systems engineering.