ECONOMICS AND POLICY OF ENERGY AND THE ENVIRONMENT, 2015
ABSTRACT The purpose of this paper is to study the challenge of evaluation in the context of syst... more ABSTRACT The purpose of this paper is to study the challenge of evaluation in the context of systemic innovations in which services are a core element. The paper argues that the traditional evaluation methods and measures are not able to capture neither the diversity of innovations in services and systems nor the multifaceted dimensions of performance resulting from these innovations. In order to contribute to a more purposeful evaluation practices and methods, a new combinatory approach is suggested based on multi-criteria and system dynamic perspectives. This approach is illustrated in the context of environmental services, using an environmental data platform as a case example.
ECONOMICS AND POLICY OF ENERGY AND THE ENVIRONMENT, 2015
ABSTRACT The purpose of this paper is to study the challenge of evaluation in the context of syst... more ABSTRACT The purpose of this paper is to study the challenge of evaluation in the context of systemic innovations in which services are a core element. The paper argues that the traditional evaluation methods and measures are not able to capture neither the diversity of innovations in services and systems nor the multifaceted dimensions of performance resulting from these innovations. In order to contribute to a more purposeful evaluation practices and methods, a new combinatory approach is suggested based on multi-criteria and system dynamic perspectives. This approach is illustrated in the context of environmental services, using an environmental data platform as a case example.
We will introduce a new system dynamic modelling and simulation environment based on open source ... more We will introduce a new system dynamic modelling and simulation environment based on open source components. The development was initiated by a group of active system dynamics modellers who had needs and ideas for an open toolset. The new needs for features like hierarchical modules, module libraries, collaborative model development and efficient model communication in system dynamics together with the development of open source modelling framework Simantics and simulation environment OpenModelica have driven us to start developing an open source modelling and simulation software for system dynamics. In this paper we discuss how current open source components can be used to build a comprehensive tool for system dynamics modelling and what impact open source could have on system dynamics modelling. Even though the development is still on its early stages, the open source components have enabled us to rapidly develop a tool capable of hierarchical modelling, simulation and some basic ...
Dissemination of system dynamics to project management practitioners is not as widespread as its ... more Dissemination of system dynamics to project management practitioners is not as widespread as its use for project management theory building within the system dynamics community. This article presents a decision support and training project model built for a global consulting and engineering company. The simulation model comprises the most important work phases within the detail engineering phase of a large investment project in three offices. The model was validated using data from several past projects and in workshops with the company. A user interface was built to aid dissemination and use of the model. The purpose of the model is the bottleneck analysis and simulation of an ongoing engineering project, as well as the simulation of quality, scheduling, and profitability issues when outsourcing parts of the detail plant engineering. http://www.systemdynamics.org/conferences/2011/proceed/papers/P1107.pdf
Proceedings of the 12th International MITIP Conference, The Modern Information Technology in the ... more Proceedings of the 12th International MITIP Conference, The Modern Information Technology in the Innovation Processes of the Industrial Enterprices, Aalborg, Denmark, 29-31.8.2010, 220-229 Product Life Cycle Simulation has become a very interesting subject and the capability of handling the Life Cycle has become a strategic issue for companies in the manufacturing industry. This trend has been noticed within European Union and the possibilities it has given for the industry to keep up competitive in the global world market have not stayed unnoticed. Especially, the importance of studying the whole Life Cycle and all the phases in it has been widely noticed from sustainability point of view. The paper discusses various aspects of Product Life Cycle Simulation based on literature review and results of a project aimed at defining the contents and roadmap for this research area.
ABSTRACT This paper introduces a process for supporting strategic decision-making and policy plan... more ABSTRACT This paper introduces a process for supporting strategic decision-making and policy planning in systemic transitions related to grand challenges such as climate change. The process uses the multi-level perspective (MLP)1 as an underlying theoretical framework and combines various methods and tools from the fields of foresight, impact assessment, simulation modelling and societal embedding. Decision-makers such as public sector authorities and politicians are the main target group, accompanied by other stakeholders and interest groups whose involvement throughout the process is stressed. The process is presented as a stepwise methodological working process and demonstrated by a theoretical case study. The demonstration explores the vision of ‘emission-free transport in cities by 2050’ in the context of motorised passenger transport in the Helsinki metropolitan area in Finland. The case study serves as an example of how to implement the process and how to make case-specific selections from the methods and tools from suggested fields.
Societal transitions involve multiple actors, changes in institutions, values and technologies, a... more Societal transitions involve multiple actors, changes in institutions, values and technologies, and interactions across multiple sectors and scales. Given this complexity, this paper takes on the view that the societal transitions research field would benefit from the further maturation and broader uptake of modelling approaches. This paper shows how modelling can enhance the understanding of and support stakeholders to steer societal transitions. It discusses the benefits modelling provides for studying large societal systems and elaborates on different ways models can be used for transitions studies. Two model applications are presented in some detail to illustrate the benefits. Then, limitations of modelling societal transitions are discussed, which leads to an agenda for future activities: (1) better cooperation in the development of dynamic models, (2) stronger interaction with other transition scholars and stakeholders, and (3) use of additional modelling approaches that we think are relevant to and largely unexplored in transitions studies.
ECONOMICS AND POLICY OF ENERGY AND THE ENVIRONMENT, 2015
ABSTRACT The purpose of this paper is to study the challenge of evaluation in the context of syst... more ABSTRACT The purpose of this paper is to study the challenge of evaluation in the context of systemic innovations in which services are a core element. The paper argues that the traditional evaluation methods and measures are not able to capture neither the diversity of innovations in services and systems nor the multifaceted dimensions of performance resulting from these innovations. In order to contribute to a more purposeful evaluation practices and methods, a new combinatory approach is suggested based on multi-criteria and system dynamic perspectives. This approach is illustrated in the context of environmental services, using an environmental data platform as a case example.
ECONOMICS AND POLICY OF ENERGY AND THE ENVIRONMENT, 2015
ABSTRACT The purpose of this paper is to study the challenge of evaluation in the context of syst... more ABSTRACT The purpose of this paper is to study the challenge of evaluation in the context of systemic innovations in which services are a core element. The paper argues that the traditional evaluation methods and measures are not able to capture neither the diversity of innovations in services and systems nor the multifaceted dimensions of performance resulting from these innovations. In order to contribute to a more purposeful evaluation practices and methods, a new combinatory approach is suggested based on multi-criteria and system dynamic perspectives. This approach is illustrated in the context of environmental services, using an environmental data platform as a case example.
We will introduce a new system dynamic modelling and simulation environment based on open source ... more We will introduce a new system dynamic modelling and simulation environment based on open source components. The development was initiated by a group of active system dynamics modellers who had needs and ideas for an open toolset. The new needs for features like hierarchical modules, module libraries, collaborative model development and efficient model communication in system dynamics together with the development of open source modelling framework Simantics and simulation environment OpenModelica have driven us to start developing an open source modelling and simulation software for system dynamics. In this paper we discuss how current open source components can be used to build a comprehensive tool for system dynamics modelling and what impact open source could have on system dynamics modelling. Even though the development is still on its early stages, the open source components have enabled us to rapidly develop a tool capable of hierarchical modelling, simulation and some basic ...
Dissemination of system dynamics to project management practitioners is not as widespread as its ... more Dissemination of system dynamics to project management practitioners is not as widespread as its use for project management theory building within the system dynamics community. This article presents a decision support and training project model built for a global consulting and engineering company. The simulation model comprises the most important work phases within the detail engineering phase of a large investment project in three offices. The model was validated using data from several past projects and in workshops with the company. A user interface was built to aid dissemination and use of the model. The purpose of the model is the bottleneck analysis and simulation of an ongoing engineering project, as well as the simulation of quality, scheduling, and profitability issues when outsourcing parts of the detail plant engineering. http://www.systemdynamics.org/conferences/2011/proceed/papers/P1107.pdf
Proceedings of the 12th International MITIP Conference, The Modern Information Technology in the ... more Proceedings of the 12th International MITIP Conference, The Modern Information Technology in the Innovation Processes of the Industrial Enterprices, Aalborg, Denmark, 29-31.8.2010, 220-229 Product Life Cycle Simulation has become a very interesting subject and the capability of handling the Life Cycle has become a strategic issue for companies in the manufacturing industry. This trend has been noticed within European Union and the possibilities it has given for the industry to keep up competitive in the global world market have not stayed unnoticed. Especially, the importance of studying the whole Life Cycle and all the phases in it has been widely noticed from sustainability point of view. The paper discusses various aspects of Product Life Cycle Simulation based on literature review and results of a project aimed at defining the contents and roadmap for this research area.
ABSTRACT This paper introduces a process for supporting strategic decision-making and policy plan... more ABSTRACT This paper introduces a process for supporting strategic decision-making and policy planning in systemic transitions related to grand challenges such as climate change. The process uses the multi-level perspective (MLP)1 as an underlying theoretical framework and combines various methods and tools from the fields of foresight, impact assessment, simulation modelling and societal embedding. Decision-makers such as public sector authorities and politicians are the main target group, accompanied by other stakeholders and interest groups whose involvement throughout the process is stressed. The process is presented as a stepwise methodological working process and demonstrated by a theoretical case study. The demonstration explores the vision of ‘emission-free transport in cities by 2050’ in the context of motorised passenger transport in the Helsinki metropolitan area in Finland. The case study serves as an example of how to implement the process and how to make case-specific selections from the methods and tools from suggested fields.
Societal transitions involve multiple actors, changes in institutions, values and technologies, a... more Societal transitions involve multiple actors, changes in institutions, values and technologies, and interactions across multiple sectors and scales. Given this complexity, this paper takes on the view that the societal transitions research field would benefit from the further maturation and broader uptake of modelling approaches. This paper shows how modelling can enhance the understanding of and support stakeholders to steer societal transitions. It discusses the benefits modelling provides for studying large societal systems and elaborates on different ways models can be used for transitions studies. Two model applications are presented in some detail to illustrate the benefits. Then, limitations of modelling societal transitions are discussed, which leads to an agenda for future activities: (1) better cooperation in the development of dynamic models, (2) stronger interaction with other transition scholars and stakeholders, and (3) use of additional modelling approaches that we think are relevant to and largely unexplored in transitions studies.
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