The reported test and development of a conceptual model showed how methods of science and theory might help practice. So, a validation exercise was conducted by discussing the structural effectiveness hypotheses and by using ten frameworks of respected researchers, following SSM guidelines. Research outcomes concern a credible audit tool to operationalise a structured debate about change, as regards PPC relevance. Then, a medium range theory to assess structure adequateness was proposed, based on finding relevant choices for all design parameters of the structure, beyond PPC.

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structure adequateness,soft systems (SSM) validation,change evaluation

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• Validation of a conceptual model to find adequate organisational structures