Why Reqvar?
Requisite variety is a fundamental law of cybernetics, the science of system control. For a system to thrive it must have the requisite variety, the ability to adapt to the complexity of its ever changing environment.
At Reqvar, we help organisations build requisite variety, combining Systems Theory, Lean Principles and Self-Determination Theory to align your operations with purpose, eliminating waste and creating lasting value.
Our Philosophy
Our philosophy is cybernetic management: uniting systems thinking, human motivation, and organisation design into a single holistic worldview.
Organisations are dynamic, interdependent systems. Viability requires that individual component parts can adapt themselves to their environment, with higher management ensuring the system as a whole remains aligned to purpose.
Command-and-control approaches to management are inherently flawed, as they run counter to the cybernetic nature of reality. Using targets to control performance only leads to systematic gaming, inhibited motivation, and locks in waste.
The science of motivation is clear: carrots and sticks don’t work. Humans are better motivated when their psychological needs are met, driving superior performance and overall wellbeing.
Through studying the work and continuous improvement, we help organisations to optimise flow, eliminate waste, and achieve long-term success.
With this distinctive, comprehensive, and scientific approach, we help organisations focus on the true purpose of the organisation: creating value.
Lean Principles
By understanding that Lean is more than a set of tools, we drive operational excellence and foster a culture of continuous improvement that empowers teams, enhances flow, and produces value rather than waste.
Self-Determination Theory (SDT)
We use the cutting-edge of psychological science, Self-Determination Theory (SDT), to cultivate environments which promote optimal motivation and wellbeing, centring needs rather than carrots and sticks.
Systems Theory
We apply management cybernetics such as the Viable System Model to create adaptive and resilient systems that enhance organisational performance through self-regulation.
Our Services
We offer a suite of expert services to help your organisation solve problems and thrive.
Service Operations
We help your service organisation – from call centres to emergency services – optimise your operations. After studying the work, identifying the waste, and guiding your management team in grasping the system’s problems, we work with you to implement process improvements to deliver outstanding customer service, boost morale, and reduce costs.
Manufacturing Operations
We partner with you to hone your manufacturing operations. After analysing production processes, quantifying the waste, and collaborating with management to uncover system challenges, we help you implement targeted improvements to enhance product quality, lift morale, and reduce costs.
Organisation Development
We guide your organisation in understanding the environmental conditions for optimal motivation and wellbeing. By changing work processes, policies, and structure, we help you engage and retain your personnel, achieving workplace fulfillment and sustainable performance.
Small-to-Medium Enterprises
We support you in unlocking the potential of your small or medium business by harnessing insights from the latest research and our experience helping some of the leading organisations.
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