The Formation of the Qin Dynasty: A Socio-technical System of Systems

In systems engineering, architecture selection is crucial to total success of implementing a system. In light of nation building in Iraq during 2010 and Arab Spring during 2011, this theme is explored using Chinese Qin Dynasty as a historical model. The Qin Dynasty created the architecture for the socio-technical systems that are the foundation of Chinese society and have enabled Chinese success for two millennia. The Chinese experience validates importance of a systems integration perspective and a socially-acceptable pace. These insights were ascertained by the Chinese society without the benefit of precedence in other worldwide civilizations.