Orchestrate for Impact with Systemic Design with Dr Tim Tompson

When organisations face big, messy challenges, complexity feels overwhelming and there’s no clear path forward, systemic design can help. In this episode, I talk with Dr. Tim Tompson, co-founder of Snowmelt, about systemic design as a sensibility, a capability, and a means of orchestration. We explore how systemic design helps organisations: Hold complexity and ambiguity without getting stuck Work across silos, perspectives, and priorities Find a way forward when the path isn’t clear Build the conditions for change and long-term impact Tim shares practical insights from years of helping organisations navigate complex systems, both within and across organisations. If you’ve ever thought, there has to be a better way to make an impact in a complex world, this conversation is for you. 🎧 Listen and reflect—how might systemic design help in your own work? 00:05 Introduction and Welcome01:55 Understanding Systemic Design03:37 Journey into Systemic Design09:30 Challenges and Applications of Systemic Design16:25 Embedding Systemic Design in Organisations25:40 Reflective Practice and Adaptability40:14 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Links & Resources Snowmelt: https://www.snowmelt.io/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timtompson/ Donella Meadows: https://donellameadows.org/archives/leverage-points-places-to-intervene-in-a-system/ Follow Orchestrate for Impact Website: www.orchestrateforimpact.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/orchestrate-for-impact YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OrchestrateforImpact/podcasts Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/37BnWvatGQyU5AkRY7ibXU?si=G2f_htBsRi6LvDzjPzhcAw Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/orchestrate-for-impact/id1816620342 Subscribe & Share If you enjoyed this conversation, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who’d find it helpful. Music Intro and outro music by Eli DeVylder “43 (fin)” - used with permission Join the Conversation What did this episode spark for you? I’d love to hear your reflections. Reach out to me on LinkedIn