Problem structuring methods (PSMs) are a class of qualitative operational research (OR)
modelling approaches that were first developed approximately 40 years ago. Different …

Abstract Throughout its history, Operational Research has evolved to include methods,
models and algorithms that have been applied to a wide range of contexts. This …

Modeling is essential to characterize and explore complex societal and environmental
issues in systematic and collaborative ways. Socio-environmental systems (SES) modeling …

The term 'systemic innovation'is increasing in use, but there is no consensus on its meaning:
five understandings of the term can be identified, each based on a different view of what the …

This paper addresses the under-researched issue of stakeholder identification and
engagement in problem structuring interventions. A concise framework is proposed to aid …

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Abstract System Dynamics can be a powerful tool for understanding dynamics, especially
feedback behaviours, in many social-ecological systems where sustainable pathways are …

The concept of co-creation includes a wide range of participatory practices for design and
decision making with stakeholders and users. Generally co-creation refers to a style of …

This research covered the palliative material distribution project in Lagos State, Nigeria,
during the lockdown and restriction on movement because of COVID-19 pandemic. The …

Government agencies struggle to address wicked problems because they are open-ended,
highly interdependent issues that cross agency, stakeholder, jurisdictional, and geopolitical …