If a system is effective in the short run—i.e., it fulfills the purpose of its existence at the present time, which means satisfying the present needs of its clients, (P); is effective in the long run—i.e., it works proactively to identify the future needs of both its existing clients and its new clients, and is preparing at present to satisfy those future needs, (E); is efficient in the short run—i.e., it prevents the waste of energy, which we all know is fixed, (A); and, finally, is efficient in the long run—i.e., it is organic, which means it is integrated both within itself and within its environment, (I); then we have a healthy system—i.e., a (PAEI) system. The goal of every leader, of any type of organization, is to strive to ensure that the (PAEI) roles are fulfilled and balanced correctly and reflect the organization’s phase in its lifecycle.
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