Organization and Decision

Luhmann's classic, "Organization and Decision," explores how organizations work, should be designed, steered, and controlled, and how they order and structure society. This new translation, edited by one of the world's leading experts on Luhmann, enables researchers and graduate students to access Luhmann's ideas more readily.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 418 pages
Publication date: 08 November 2018
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Luhmann's seminal work, Organization and Decision, originally published in German in 1979, has now been translated into English for the first time. This modern classic delves into the intricate workings of organizations, exploring their design, steering, control, and impact on society. Luhmann posits that organization is both order and indeterminate, a paradox that enables organizations to seamlessly integrate into society while maintaining their autonomy.

In this book, Luhmann employs his comprehensive theory of social systems to conceptualize organizations as self-reproducing systems of decision-making and communication. Through this innovative and interdisciplinary approach, Luhmann sheds light on the complex dynamics of organizations, spanning the fields of organization studies, management, and sociology. This new translation, meticulously edited by one of the world's foremost experts on Luhmann, ensures that researchers and graduate students across the English-speaking world have easier access to Luhmann's profound ideas.

Luhmann's work is a groundbreaking contribution to the study of organizations, offering a fresh perspective that challenges traditional notions of organization and management. His autopoietic perspective, which emphasizes the self-reproduction of organizations, provides a valuable framework for understanding the dynamic and evolving nature of organizations in today's rapidly changing world. By exploring the interplay between order and indeterminacy, Luhmann offers insights into the mechanisms by which organizations adapt, evolve, and shape society.

Organization and Decision is a must-read for scholars, researchers, and students interested in understanding the complexities of organizations and their role in shaping our world. This translation enables a broader audience to engage with Luhmann's ideas and contribute to the ongoing discourse on organization theory and practice. As organizations continue to evolve and adapt to the changing landscape, Luhmann's insights provide valuable guidance for navigating the challenges and opportunities that arise in this dynamic field.

Weight: 604g
Dimension: 227 x 153 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781108458962