A superorganism, in the context articulated by Daniel Schmachtenberger, refers to a complex system composed of multiple, interdependent individuals whose collective behaviors and interactions create an emergent, higher-order entity with its own adaptive and integrative capacities. This conglomerate transcends the sum of its parts, similar to how individual cells unite to form a multicellular organism. The superorganism exhibits properties and functions that are not evident in solitary individuals, demonstrating synergistic relationships, cooperative problem-solving, and shared goals that drive collective intelligence and resilience. It thrives on dynamic interconnectivity, self-organization, and distributed cognition, epitomizing a sophisticated network that navigates and evolves within its environment, thereby achieving a level of coherence and functionality unattainable by its isolated components.

See also: collective intelligence, emergent property, systems thinking, network theory