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Multidisciplinary interdependence is a reality that is so obvious that many are swift to acknowledge it. However, such ready acknowledgement far too seldom translates into effective and efficient practice. Multiplin puts Holistic Multidisciplinary Management (HMM) into practice.

Introduction
Multiplin offers a number of services involving the interactions amongst selected multiple disciplines. At the heart of all our activities lies Holistic Multidisciplinary Management (HMM), which includes the constant endeavour towards integrative multidisciplinary development, and the improvement of interactive processes and results.

The Constant Role of HMM

Multiplin acknowledges that all ventures should be embarked on with holistic multidisciplinary perspective. Whereas this is a concept to which mere lip service is often paid, it is the mission of Multiplin to put this fundamental principle into practice.

The HMM approach emphasises that there are numerous interactions between a vast number of different disciplines, and that one should constantly be aware of relevant interactions and make the most of them. In line with HMM, it is of paramount importance to be constantly on the lookout for the interactions of any disciplines involved in any particular venture, always seeking opportunities for mutual development and enrichment, and for maximising holistic effectiveness and efficiency.   

Strategy and Innovation
At the core of any Multiplin endeavour lies the development of strategy. Everything that follows such strategy development will then be in line with that strategy. Sound strategy is, however, inevitably sensitive to changes of any nature, and must remain flexible and adaptable accordingly. Nevertheless, the initial strategic direction adopted can make a tremendous difference to the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the venture. The sooner the right strategy is adopted, the more efficiently the best results will be able to be achieved. In most projects, this means inter alia that fewer costs are incurred and less time is expended in achieving the desired goals and objectives.

Strategy is a requirement in virtually any context: from individual coping strategies in the context of difficult life circumstances, or small-scale interpersonal strategies in private or commercial contexts, right through to large-scale corporate strategy or Government policy and strategy. Along with sound strategy, our interdisciplinary specialists strongly value their orientation of striving to maintain fresh perspective, being especially receptive to the possibility of constructive change, and being constantly on the lookout for new approaches to dealing with even the oldest matters. We dedicate ourselves to finding innovative solutions to problems and to being open to generating or adopting new ideas and bringing them to fruition.

Integrative Multidisciplinary Development
In accordance with the tenets of HMM, it is the mission of Multiplin not only to apply sound strategy to achieve successful outcomes in specific ventures, but also to advance multidisciplinary development and efficient interdisciplinary collaboration in the areas involved in those ventures. Therefore, not only do all our clients benefit, but the disciplines involved are also inevitably enriched.

As part of this drive, our interdisciplinary specialists aim to promote conceptual and terminological integration across disciplines, in all contexts in which they are involved. Professional training and graduate education can play a significant role in such promotion. Graduate education and continuing professional development (CPD) are contexts that especially provide opportunities for integrative multidisciplinary development. Developing the interdisciplinary perspectives of intradisciplinary specialists not only benefits them individually, but also facilitates interactions between various specialists in practice, benefiting everyone involved.  

Synopsis of the Mission of Multiplin
To contribute to sound holistic strategy formulation in any venture in which it is involved, whether it be in the context of private individuals, organisations or Government.

To supply individual interdisciplinary specialists (specialising in the integrative areas of focus reflected on our home page) or any combination of these; the interdisciplinary specialist(s) will then bring in outsourced intradisciplinary specialists if/as required.

To facilitate the coordination of the activities of specialists in multidisciplinary projects, maximising the efficiency and effectiveness of their collaboration. Speaking the same language, seeing common ground and promoting reciprocal enrichment, are key.

To produce top-quality educational materials that contribute to integrative multidisciplinary development (including the promotion of conceptual and terminological integration across disciplines). In line with the aim of promoting such development, these publications will be designed to be used in integrative education.

To involve itself progressively more in education and training, developing the perspectives of intradisciplinary and interdisciplinary specialists alike. This not only has a positive impact on individual performance, but also facilitates interactions between various specialists in practice.

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