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by Dr Joseph Kasser
The AI team take a deep dive into successful innovative tools, practical and conceptual applications of systems thinking and beyond and systems engineering to various types of problems, summarizing the concepts behind the successes and usually drawing general conclusions for how the concepts may be used in other situations. The opinions expressed by the AI team in each deep dive are their own and have not been edited in any way.While systems thinking provides an understanding of the problematic situation, you need to go beyond systems thinking to create solutions, especially innovative solutions.Join my LinkedIn group (Tackling complex problems) and discuss the content of the podcasts (https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13991392/)
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- Today22 min
The Physical Reality of Running AI: Systems Thinking & AI Strategy Beyond the Hype
The AI team takes a deep dive into AI strategist and former Intel executive Rajeev Nanda, and cuts through the AI hype cycle to look at the entire ecosystem without using technical language. The deep dive covers: The Energy Paradox: AI training runs don't act like steady Netflix streams; they pull sudden gigawatts of power, straining the legacy electric grid. The ROI Trap: Bragging about an "87% co-pilot adoption rate" is like measuring how often you open the fridge. Logins aren't business value! Vibe Coding Multipliers: Prompt-based coding speeds up your best engineers by 10x, and also speeds up your worst ones 10x. The Wire-Hanger Test: Are you using AI to re-imagine whole process architectures, or just hanging clothes on a metal wire? The AI team also discusses why the classic "build vs. buy" SaaS debate is obsolete, how legacy software like Intel’s WIINGS outlives replacement plans, and why lateral thinking, illustrated by Intel’s wire-hanger test, is essential for true AI transformation. Finally, they reflect on how personal human experiences, like keeping two clocks on an immigrant's phone or leaving things unfinished, ground the soul of technology leadership. For more information about Rajeev Nanda and how his website explains how he helps leaders navigate the AI revolution, click on the following link https://rnanda.com/.
- Sep 30, 202613 min
From Zero Defects to Zero Requirements and Zero Lectures
The AI team takes a deep dive into Dr. Joseph E. Kasser’s (updated) presentation at the BCS SQM XXXIII 2026 International Quality Conference on 25 September 2026. The presentation outlines how artificial intelligence can transform both systems engineering and postgraduate education through a shared philosophy of preventive problem-solving. By employing interactive AI dialogues, professionals can uncover true customer requirements and minimize the need for lengthy, ambiguous textual specifications that often cause project failures. Similarly, the zero lectures model replaces traditional instructor-led teaching by empowering students to independently explore topics with AI, challenge assumptions, and exercise higher-order cognitive skills like creation and evaluation. Ultimately, these parallel approaches argue that leveraging AI-driven collaboration helps eliminate foundational defects at the earliest stages of both product development and academic learning. The full presentation may be viewed at https://youtu.be/szX-9jZw5yo
- Sep 10, 202624 min
Book Review: Building Ontologies with Basic Formal Ontology
The AI Team take a deep drive into a book that introduces applied ontology as a vital technical discipline designed to manage and integrate the massive amounts of data generated in modern biomedical science. The authors argue that information systems often suffer from interoperability issues caused by inconsistent terminology, technological silos, and logical errors known as imprecise thinking. To resolve these challenges, the book advocates for the use of Basic Formal Ontology (BFO), a top-level framework that provides a common set of categories for organizing scientific knowledge. By utilizing philosophical principles and structured logic, BFO helps developers create precise, computer-readable definitions that ensure data remains shareable and reusable across different research communities. Ultimately, the work serves as a guide for building robust information repositories that can support complex scientific reasoning and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
- Aug 31, 202621 min
Book review: Claude for dummies
The AI team take a deep dive into Claude For Dummies, a comprehensive guidebook by Stephanie Diamond designed to help users master Anthropic's AI assistant. It covers fundamental operations such as account setup, effective prompting, and the use of specialized features like Projects and Memory. The manual also details advanced capabilities, including document analysis, automated workflows, and the creation of interactive Artifacts. By explaining how Claude differs from traditional search engines through its natural conversation style and complex reasoning, the source serves as a practical roadmap for both beginners and experienced users. Ultimately, the text highlights the tool's versatility in improving writing, conducting research, and solving problems in daily life.
- Jun 14, 202621 min
AI Through a Systems Lens: Solutions and Illusions
In this presentation, the AI team takes a deep dive into a YouTube video discusion the dual nature of artificial intelligence as both a powerful problem-solving tool and a source of deceptive illusions. He utilizes Large Language Models (LLMs) to demonstrate how they can assist with tasks ranging from systems engineering to resolving mundane household issues. The sources clarify that these models function using probabilistic text generation rather than genuine understanding, operating as stateless engines that rely on a context window to mimic memory. This structural design leads to significant risks, such as hallucinations where the AI confidently fabricates false information, and vulnerability to deepfake scams. Ultimately, the text argues that while AI can drastically increase productivity, it requires a human pilot to provide critical reasoning and verification. Users are encouraged to manage the technology's limitations by providing hyperspecific instructions and maintaining active oversight of the AI's output. The original video may be found at https://youtu.be/OVjreyqYDEk.
- May 19, 202620 min
The Natureology Hallucination
The AI team takes a deep dive into "Natureology" hallucination which occurred when the AI was asked to define a non-existent term (a typo for "Naturology") and, rather than simply seeking clarification, invented a complete philosophical and academic framework for the word. Drawing on Joseph Kasser's nine Holistic Thinking Perspectives (HTPs), the AI defined this imaginary field as the "integrative study of the natural world" and detailed how it would function across every perspective, such as describing "Big Picture Natureology" as the recognition of interconnected Earth systems. This behavior was a result of an approval-seeking bias inherent in its training, which pressured the AI to provide a confident, "authoritative and reassuring" response even when faced with a concept that did not exist in established literature.
- May 9, 202618 min
Book Review: How to Design Programs: Systematic Computing and Design Principles
The AI team takes a deep dive into the second edition of How to Design Programs , which presents a systematic methodology for software creation, emphasizing program design over mere coding. The authors advocate for a design recipe consisting of six essential steps that transform a problem analysis into a functional, tested program. This approach utilizes the DrRacket environment and a series of teaching languages specifically crafted to provide clear feedback to beginners. Students learn to manipulate various forms of data, including numbers, strings, and images, through a process of iterative refinement. Beyond technical skills, the text aims to cultivate transferable problem-solving abilities and an appreciation for the aesthetic elegance of well-structured logic. Ultimately, the book positions program design as a fundamental liberal arts skill applicable to a wide range of professional disciplines. The book may be found online at https://htdp.org/2026-2-25//Book/index.html
- May 2, 202622 min
Book Review: Bilingual Messianic Passover Haggadah
Have you ever wondered about the Jewish Passover festival? The AI team takes a deep dive into a bilingual guide that presents the order of a Passover Seder through a blend of Jewish tradition and Christian theology. The text provides a step-by-step liturgical framework, including the lighting of candles, the four cups of wine, and the symbolic foods found on the Seder plate. It utilizes scriptural readings from both the Old and New Testaments to connect the exodus from Egypt to the life and sacrifice of Jesus. Written in both English and Chinese, the source serves as an educational tool for participants to understand the historical significance and spiritual symbolism of the holiday. The narrative emphasizes themes of redemption, freedom from slavery, and the messianic hope shared across generations. Note the differences between this version of the Passover seder and the traditional Jewish version.
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The AI team take a deep dive into successful innovative tools, practical and conceptual applications of systems thinking and beyond and systems engineering to various types of problems, summarizing the concepts behind the successes and usually drawing general conclusions for how the concepts may be used in other situations. The opinions expressed by the AI team in each deep dive are their own and have not been edited in any way.While systems thinking provides an understanding of the problematic situation, you need to go beyond systems thinking to create solutions, especially innovative solutions.Join my LinkedIn group (Tackling complex problems) and discuss the content of the podcasts (https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13991392/)
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