W. Edwards Deming got the closest I think? System of the organization comprises the relationship between systems within it, how those systems change and vary,

W. Edwards Deming got the closest I think? System of the organization comprises the relationship between systems within it, how those systems change and vary, the methods of knowledge learning and transfer, and the psychology and behavior of the people within it. And importantly, it's how all those pieces interact with each other that makes the most difference. It's a system. There are some common elements. Above that base level, there is much truth in what you say, but the most important thing you can learn is a mental model for organizations in the most general way possible.