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A Communication Model of Dialectical Inquiring Systems--A Strategy for Strategic Planning

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  • Ian I. Mitroff

    (University of Pittsburgh)

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Using Bayesian probability theory and Ackoff's Behayorial Theory of Communication, a mathematical model of the Hegelian Dialectical Inquirer is developed. The model strongly argues against the widely held and naive distinction between "fact" and "theory." The model strongly argues for a new way of treating statistical data, in a sense, for a "new" theory of statistics. A fundamental principle of the Hegelian Inquirer is formalized, i.e., that one only stands to understand any issue by witnessing the strongest possible kind of debate take place on that issue. The model suggested is one that is seen as especially suited to issues involved in Strategic Planning.

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  • Ian I. Mitroff, 1971. "A Communication Model of Dialectical Inquiring Systems--A Strategy for Strategic Planning," Management Science, INFORMS, vol. 17(10), pages 634-648, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:inm:ormnsc:v:17:y:1971:i:10:p:b634-b648
    DOI: 10.1287/mnsc.17.10.B634
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    1. Chih‐Tung Hsiao, 2014. "Industrial Development Research by Systems Approach in NICs: The Case in Taiwan," Systems Research and Behavioral Science, Wiley Blackwell, vol. 31(2), pages 258-267, March.
    2. Heffron, Raphael J., 2013. "The application of contrast explanation to energy policy research: UK nuclear energy policy 2002–2012," Energy Policy, Elsevier, vol. 55(C), pages 602-616.

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