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System Dynamics Methods in Complex Project Management

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Managing and Modelling Complex Projects

Part of the book series: NATO ASI Series ((NSPS,volume 17))

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A brief introduction to system dynamics modeling as related to the conditions, problems and phenomena of complex project performance and management. Increasing numbers of applications of system dynamics modeling and analysis methods to different kinds of project are reviewed; they provide the basis for an experience-based diagnosis of common project problems

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Cooper, K.G. (1997). System Dynamics Methods in Complex Project Management. In: Williams, T.M. (eds) Managing and Modelling Complex Projects. NATO ASI Series, vol 17. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-009-0061-5_7

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