The BASIC System
The BASIC System™ is a practical architecture for understanding human needs, behaviour and change within interconnected systems.
A Framework for Understanding the Whole
The BASIC System brings together the person, the people around them, the systems involved and the settings in which life unfolds. It helps us understand how these elements interact to shape safety, connection, participation and wellbeing.
The BASIC System Matrix
At the centre of the BASIC System is a simple matrix. It considers four interconnected domains: Person, People, Systems and Settings; across four developmental conditions: Safe, Secure, Enabled and Included.
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| Safe | Secure | Enabled | Included | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Person | ||||
| People | ||||
| Systems | ||||
| Settings |
Four Domains, Four Conditions
The four domains show where patterns are occurring. The four conditions show what needs to develop. Together, they create a structured way to identify strengths, unmet needs and priorities for change.
From Understanding to Action
The BASIC System supports people to move beyond description and toward thoughtful action. By identifying the patterns that matter most, it helps guide assessment, planning, support and review.
A Systemdynamic Architecture
The BASIC System translates the Systemdynamic worldview into a practical structure for understanding complexity, recognising emerging patterns and designing more effective pathways for change.