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The greater whole: Towards a synthesis of system dynamics and soft systems methodology

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  • Lane, David C. & Oliva, Rogelio, 1998. "The greater whole: Towards a synthesis of system dynamics and soft systems methodology," European Journal of Operational Research, Elsevier, vol. 107(1), pages 214-235, May.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:ejores:v:107:y:1998:i:1:p:214-235
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