The AI team take a deep dive into a paper which proposes a holistic approach to optimizing complex systems by focusing on optimizing interactions between subsystems during the design phase, rather than optimizing individual subsystems afterward.
Using a male-female sexual relationship as an initial case study, the author argues that this method yields superior results. The approach is then illustrated through diverse examples, including weapons systems, the Apollo program, and educational settings.
The core concept centers on a two-subsystem model with an optimized interface, simplifying system understanding and improving overall efficiency. Further research is recommended to validate and refine this novel methodology.
The original paper may be found at Kasser, J. E., Applying holistic thinking to improving your sex life, proceedings of the Sixth Israeli Conference on Systems Engineering, Hertzlia, 2011.