[Ailist] AI, Competition, and Collaboration

[Bill Scott]

Hi Simon,

 

I saw your post and it indeed is a provocative one. I'm certain I'm not
going to stay on point and I believe others will provide you with the
specific feedback that you are seeking.

 

The student raises some interesting and important points and he makes the
mistake that many do when considering generative change methods - he assumes
(with apologies to Gervase Bushe) that an appreciative approach is just
about the positive. A more thorough read of Jackie's work clearly
demonstrates that a SOAR analysis isn't about ignoring weaknesses and
threats, it's about reframing them so that you understand what you want to
move toward rather than what you wish to avoid.

 

I think the student's last remark is possibly the most telling. I think it
points to his/her bias (and perhaps dependency?) toward traditional
thinking/teaching. Jackie's SOAR model is receiving strong reviews from a
variety of private sector companies, government departments, and social
profit organizations that have used the model with great success. 

 

On a separate note, many people still view the competitive model as
essential to optimal business practice. I'm not convinced. Numerous authors
- including those not associated with AI - have independently concluded that
collaborative practice is often (though not always) superior to competitive
practice. One non-AI author I would direct you toward in this regard is an
OB professor I studied with 15 years ago - Dean Tjosvold.

 

Thanks for the opportunity to respond.

 

Best regards,

Bill Scott 

 

Surrey, B.C.

bill at elpisconsulting.com <mailto:Wjs.consulting at shaw.ca> 

www.elpisconsulting.com

604-574-1856

 

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