Composite decisions consist of interconnected parts or subdecisions and
correspond to a composite (composable, modular, decomposable) system.
The composite decision approach extends the traditional paradigm of
decision making of Herbert A. Simon, i.e. choice of the best
alternative(s), and realizes a two-stage solving scheme: (a) the
selection of alternatives as the best subdecisions or local decisions
and (b) composition of the selected local decisions into a composite
global decision while taking into account the quality of the local
decisions and their compatibility.
Composite Systems Decisions describes an educational approach that is
based on systems engineering and considered modular design of composite
decisions. Divided into four parts, this book contains descriptions of
basic systems approaches and examines basic 'technological' problems for
composite systems, including: modular hierarchical design; multistage
design; multistage planning; redesign/improvement/adaptation;
evaluation; and, combinatorial evolution/development.
Applied researchers, undergraduate and graduate students, and
practitioners in many domains will find Composite Systems Decisions a
valuable reference. The basic systems problems, solving schemes, and
applied examples contained in the book will also be of interest to
various scientists (e.g., mathematicians, computer scientists,
economists, social engineers, etc.).
