Meltdown, Why Our Systems Fail and What We Can Do About It
Why Our Systems Fail and What We Can Do About It
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In 'Meltdown, Why Our Systems Fail and What We Can Do About It', Chris Clearfield explores the inherent risks of over-optimized systems that lack the necessary buffers to absorb unexpected disruptions.
The book delves into various examples across industries, from nuclear power plants to financial markets, highlighting how interconnectedness and efficiency can lead to catastrophic failures.
Clearfield argues that the pursuit of efficiency often overshadows the importance of resilience, making systems more vulnerable to cascading failures.
He emphasizes the need for greater transparency, better risk management, and a shift in mindset to prioritize robustness over pure efficiency.
Through real-world examples and insightful analysis, Clearfield offers actionable strategies for building more resilient systems in an increasingly complex world.
The book delves into various examples across industries, from nuclear power plants to financial markets, highlighting how interconnectedness and efficiency can lead to catastrophic failures.
Clearfield argues that the pursuit of efficiency often overshadows the importance of resilience, making systems more vulnerable to cascading failures.
He emphasizes the need for greater transparency, better risk management, and a shift in mindset to prioritize robustness over pure efficiency.
Through real-world examples and insightful analysis, Clearfield offers actionable strategies for building more resilient systems in an increasingly complex world.
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Authored by the guest, Chris Clearfield , it explores the reasons systems fail due to efficiency and lack of slack.
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