I use systems approach to understand, evaluate and solve problems at work on a regular basis. For example, I have been vocal when faculty discuss issues associated with external organizations that we work with (e.g. a publishing company, industrial partners and regulatory bodies). While some of these discussions are an ongoing effort to fine-tune our every day practices and policies, one tangible outcome is that our department recently acquired two new instructors. I cannot take full credit for these two temporary positions however the analysis of my department’s systemic environment helped me to voice my opinion on the challenges we faced in the recent past.