Garbage Can Model

The Garbage Can Model is a way to understand how decisions are made in organizations. Instead of a clear, rational process, it suggests that decisions happen in a chaotic environment where various problems, solutions, and participants all mix together at once. Sometimes, the right solution finds a problem by chance, or a timely participant can influence outcomes. This model highlights that decision-making can be messy and unpredictable, reflecting real-life scenarios where not everything follows a logical path. It emphasizes the importance of context and chance in organizational decision-making.