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===‘Information Systems’ context===
===‘Information Systems’ context===
The Cynefin Framework is a decision-making model that helps individuals and organizations make sense of complex and uncertain situations. In the context of information systems, the framework can be used to understand the nature of the problems faced by organizations in managing information and technology.
*First point
* Clear/Simple: This domain is characterized by clear cause-and-effect relationships, and the solution is obvious and straightforward. In the context of information systems, examples might include routine IT maintenance or troubleshooting basic hardware or software issues.
*Second point
* Complicated: This domain is characterized by a high level of expertise required to understand the problem and identify potential solutions. In the context of information systems, examples might include diagnosing and fixing more complex technical issues or designing and implementing a new software system.
*Nth point
* Complex: This domain is characterized by a lack of clear cause-and-effect relationships and unpredictable outcomes. In the context of information systems, examples might include addressing cybersecurity threats, managing large-scale data migrations, or adapting to rapidly changing technology trends.
* Chaotic: This domain is characterized by complete disorder and unpredictability. In the context of information systems, examples might include responding to a major system outage or cybersecurity breach.
* Disorder: This domain represents a state of uncertainty where it is unclear which of the other domains the problem belongs to. In the context of information systems, examples might include situations where the organization is facing a new and unfamiliar problem or where there is disagreement among stakeholders about the nature of the problem.
By understanding which domain, a problem falls into, IS organizations can tailor their approach to decision-making and problem-solving. For example, in the Simple domain, an organization might use standard operating procedures or checklists to address the issue, whereas in the Complex domain, it might use experimentation and iterative problem-solving to explore potential solutions. The Cynefin Framework can therefore help organizations to navigate the challenges of managing information systems in an increasingly complex and unpredictable environment.
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==Diagram/schematic of theory==
==Diagram/schematic of theory==
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* Figure 1: Cynefin Framework (Source: Wikipedia)
* Figure 1: Types of Invocation Resistance (Source: Ram, S. and Sheth, J.N. 1989)
* Image credits: By Tom@thomasbcox.com - Own work - a re-drawing of the prior artwork found here (<nowiki>https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Cynefin_as_of_1st_June_2014.png</nowiki>) that incorporates more recent changes, such as renaming <nowiki>&</nowiki>quot;Simple<nowiki>&</nowiki>quot; to <nowiki>&</nowiki>quot;Clear<nowiki>&</nowiki>quot;., CC BY-SA 4.0, <nowiki>https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=123271932</nowiki>
[[File:Cynefin framework 2022.jpg|alt=|thumb|Cynefin Framework<ref>By Tom@thomasbcox.com - Own work - a re-drawing of the prior artwork found here (<nowiki>https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Cynefin_as_of_1st_June_2014.png</nowiki>) that incorporates more recent changes, such as renaming <nowiki>&</nowiki>quot;Simple<nowiki>&</nowiki>quot; to <nowiki>&</nowiki>quot;Clear<nowiki>&</nowiki>quot;., CC BY-SA 4.0, <nowiki>https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=123271932</nowiki></ref>]]
[[File:RamAndSeth1989.jpg|thumb|Types of Innovation Resistance (Source: Ram and Sheth 1989)]]