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  1. Open system (systems theory) - Wikipedia

    An open system is a system that has external interactions. Such interactions can take the form of information, energy, or material transfers into or out of the system boundary, depending on the …

  2. More Systems - incose.org

    All physical systems of interest to systems engineering are open systems. However, there can be special cases in systems engineering where it is convenient to treat a system as if it is closed, if …

  3. Open System Definition - Physical Science Key Term | Fiveable

    An open system is a physical system that exchanges both matter and energy with its surroundings. This concept is crucial in understanding how energy is conserved and transformed within various …

  4. Open System - Systems Thinking Alliance

    Open systems are systems that interact with their environment by importing and exporting matter and energy. Living organisms are prime examples of open systems.

  5. What is an open system? | Definition from TechTarget

    Jul 5, 2023 · What is an open system? In computing, an open system is a platform that can be modified and extended and has freely available documentation. An open system might also be called open …

  6. A highly effective organization is regularly exchanging feedback with its external environment – it is an open system. Healthy organizations regularly try to understand their environments through use of …

  7. What is Open System? - Definition from Amazing Algorithms

    An open system is a system that interacts with its environment and allows for the exchange of information, energy, or matter. Unlike closed systems, open systems can be influenced by external …

  8. open system | Definition - Doc's Things and Stuff

    Jun 9, 2024 · An open system refers to a structure that interacts dynamically with its environment, exchanging energy, information, or resources to sustain its operations and adapt to changes.

  9. What is an Open System? - AEANET

    Oct 13, 2025 · An open system is a system designed to allow easy interoperability and collaboration, adhering to publicly available standards, enabling independent components to work together …

  10. Open and Closed Systems - Encyclopedia.com

    Open systems refer to systems that interact with other systems or the outside environment, whereas closed systems refer to systems having relatively little interaction with other systems or the outside …