System Dynamics Glossary
What is the meaning of Policy?
A policy is established as guiding rule(s) applied
to a point in a system. This rule [, or
set of rules,] is applied continually as time passes and
even as circumstances change. It is critical to understand that
policy has two components. The first component of
policy is structure; the form of the equation
and the corresponding set of links on the influence diagram.
[The influence diagram describes most influential concepts, factors, or forces
acting and the interrelationships between them]. The second is the
parameters within a given structure. A policy specifies
how actions should be taken in the information / action
/ consequences paradigm, noting an emphasis on the repetitiveness of
the actions (Coyle, 1996; 222). Also see pressure point.
Books Related
to Policy
Jared Diamond, "Collapse: How Societies Choose to Fail or
Succeed".
—More information on Collapse: How Societies Choose to
Fail or Succeed
Neal Boortz and John Linder, "The FairTax Book".
—More information on The FairTax Book
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