Moreover, characteristic feature of agri-environmental indicators is, that they are producing information in a given problem structuring.
Stakeholder dialogues aim to enhance mutual learning by generating and evaluating divergent knowledge claims and viewpoints, i.e. problem structuring.
Group model building (GMB) is a participatory approach to using system dynamics in group decision-making and problem structuring.
This paper proposes a particular characterisation of the concept of "value" with the purpose of problem structuring.
There are new opportunities for the application of problem structuring methods to address science and technology risk conflicts through stakeholder dialogue.
In design problems, the focus is on the sufficiency of information obtained for problem structuring and generating alternatives, while choice problems focus on convergence toward a solution.
In addition to reviewing the problem structuring method, this paper provides qualitative insight into the factors a knowledge management strategy should have to encourage user commitment.
There is some evidence that GMB is more effective at supporting communication and consensus than traditional facilitation, however GMB has not been compared to other problem structuring methods.
The procedure has been specifically designed for problem structuring in socio-technical systems in the initial phase of a transition project.
This paper introduces 'Issues Mapping', a problem structuring method that enables dialogue by using visual modelling techniques to clarify issues and develop mutual understanding between stakeholders.
The action research study examined and utilised emerging 'soft' OR theory to iteratively develop a new framework that encompasses problem structuring through to technology selection and adoption.
