Evolution
Phylogenetic
Relating to evolutionary relationships among organisms or groups. Phylogenetic trees depict ancestral relationships based on shared characteristics or genetic similarities.
Biological Context
Phylogenetics reconstructs evolutionary history. Modern phylogenetics uses DNA sequences to build trees. Phylogenetic analysis reveals which species share recent common ancestors.
Business Application
Business phylogenetics: tracing the evolutionary history of companies, products, or ideas. Phylogenetic thinking reveals unexpected relationships and helps predict which lineages will thrive.