Organization using lists, numbers, codes, etc.

I have seen the use of symbols when working with creating a new binary code. After all, isn't our number system a set of symbols we humans created? What makes a counting system superior to another? The purpose we use numbers for helps us organize, create lists, count, etc... Are there uses for lists in your life? Is there a purpose for organization in your life? If so give me an example?
Could you use the binary system in your life? I would like you to think about some of these and give me some feedback. I have many thoughts and questions myself about this.