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NAL Agricultural Thesaurus
U.S. Department of Agriculture

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Research, Technology, Methods > methodology > research methods > systems analysis
Fields of Study > sustainability science and engineering > industrial ecology > systems analysis
Natural Resources, Conservation, Environment > environmental sustainability > industrial ecology > systems analysis
Preferred Term:

systems analysis

Definition:
The formal study of complex systems carried out to support decision making. Systems analysis examines the implementation and impacts of alternative technologies or courses of action considering the probable consequences of the alternatives in terms of uncertainty, risk, costs, and benefits. Systems analysis requires interdisciplinary approaches to guide decisions on public and private strategy and programs, resource use and protection, research and development in technology, regional and urban development, educational systems, and health and other social services.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Core
Broader Concept:
industrial ecology, research methods
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URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/55979
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