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Actor and Strategy Models


Actor and Strategy Models

Practical Applications and Step-wise Approaches
1. Aufl.

von: Leon M. Hermans, Scott W. Cunningham

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Verlag: Wiley
Format: PDF
Veröffentl.: 12.01.2018
ISBN/EAN: 9781119284734
Sprache: englisch
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<p><b>A practical how-to guide for more effective planningthrough multi-actor modelling</b></p> <p>Careful planning is the cornerstone of a successful initiative, and any plan, policy, or business strategy can only be successful if it has the support of different actors. These actors may beactively pursuing their own agendas, so the plan must not only offer an optimal solution to theproblem, but must also fit the needs and abilities of the actors involved. <i>Actor and Strategy Models: Practical Applications and Step-wise Approaches</i> provides a primer on multi-actormodelling, based on the fundamental premise that actor strategies are explained by investigatingwhat actors can do, think, and want to achieve.</p> <p>Covering a variety of models with detailed background and case examples, this book focuses on practical application. Step-by-step instructions for each approach provide immediately actionable insight, while a general framework for actor and strategy modelling allows the reader to tailor any approach as needed to optimize results in terms of situation-specific planning. Oriented toward real-world strategy, this helpful resource:</p> <ul> <li>Provides models that shed light on the multi-actor dimensions of planning, using a variety of analytical approaches</li> <li>Includes literature, theoretical underpinnings, and applications for each method covered</li> <li>Clarifies the similarities, differences, and suitable applications between various actor modelling approaches</li> <li>Provides a step-wise framework for actor and strategy modelling</li> <li>Offers guidance for the identification, structuring, and measuring of values and perceptions</li> <li>Examines the challenges involved in analyzing actors and strategies</li> </ul> <p>Even before planning begins, an endeavor's success depends upon a clear understanding of the various actors involved in the planning and implementation stages. From game theory and argumentative analysis, through social network analysis, cognitive mapping, and beyond,Actor and Strategy Models provides valuable insight for more effective planning.</p>
<p>Preface ix</p> <p>Acknowledgements xi</p> <p><b>Part I Introduction </b>1</p> <p><b>1 The Need for Actor and Strategy Models </b><b>3</b></p> <p>1.1 Actors and Decision-Making 3</p> <p>1.2 Applications of Actor and Strategy Models 4</p> <p>1.3 Scope and Structure of This Book 6</p> <p>References 10</p> <p><b>2 A Framework for Actor and Strategy Modeling </b><b>13</b></p> <p>2.1 What are Strategic Actors? 13</p> <p>2.2 Conceptual Framework for Strategic Actor Interactions 17</p> <p>2.3 Overview of Actor and Strategy Models 23</p> <p>2.4 Step-Wise Approach for Actor and Strategy Modeling 27</p> <p>2.5 Challenges in Modeling Strategic Actor Interactions 32</p> <p>References 36</p> <p><b>Part II Models and Applications </b><b>39</b></p> <p><b>3 Scanning Your Actor Network as Part of Problem Diagnosis </b><b>41</b></p> <p>3.1 Diagnosis for Strategic Interaction Problems 41</p> <p>3.2 Stakeholder Analysis and Actor Network Scanning 42</p> <p>3.3 Step-Wise Approach for Actor Network Scanning 43</p> <p>3.4 Case Application: Offshore Wind Energy 58</p> <p>3.5 Summary and Further Reading 68</p> <p>References 69</p> <p><b>Part II-A Values </b><b>71</b></p> <p><b>4 Identifying, Structuring, and Measuring Values: Value-Focused Thinking </b><b>73</b></p> <p>4.1 Values as Fundamental Drivers of Actor Processes 74</p> <p>4.2 Value-Focused Thinking for Multi-actor Issues 75</p> <p>4.3 Step-Wise Approach for Value-Focused Thinking for Multiple Actors 77</p> <p>4.4 Case Application: Rural Livelihoods in Tanzania 88</p> <p>4.5 Summary and Further Reading 99</p> <p>References 100</p> <p><b>Part II-B Resource Dependencies </b><b>103</b></p> <p><b>5 Making a Move: Analysis of Options and Conflict Graphs </b><b>105</b></p> <p>5.1 Strategic Use of Resources to Shape Environments 105</p> <p>5.2 Analysis of Options 106</p> <p>5.3 Step-Wise Approach for Analysis of Options 113</p> <p>5.4 Case Application: Volunteered Geographical Information 121</p> <p>5.5 Case Application: Solar Power 135</p> <p>5.6 Summary and Further Reading 142</p> <p>References 144</p> <p><b>6 Appraising the Strategic Value of Information: Extensive Games </b><b>149</b></p> <p>6.1 The Role of Resources and Information in Strategic Games 150</p> <p>6.2 Game Theory and Social Dilemmas 150</p> <p>6.3 Step-Wise Approach for Extensive Games 158</p> <p>6.4 Case Application: Supply Chain Management 166</p> <p>6.5 Summary and Further Reading 179</p> <p>References 180</p> <p><b>7 Looking for Coalitions: Cooperative Game Theory </b><b>183</b></p> <p>7.1 Group Capability and Cooperation 183</p> <p>7.2 Cooperative Game Theory 184</p> <p>7.3 Step-Wise Approach for Analyzing Cooperative Potential 190</p> <p>7.4 Case Application: Renewable Energy 202</p> <p>7.5 Summary and Further Reading 209</p> <p>Appendix 7.A: R Code to Support Cooperative Analyses 210</p> <p>References 214</p> <p><b>8 Identifying Opportunities for Exchange: Transactional Analysis </b><b>217</b></p> <p><i>Jos S. Timmermans</i></p> <p>8.1 Multi-actor Decision-Making as an Exchange of Control over Resources 218</p> <p>8.2 Transactional Analysis 218</p> <p>8.3 Step-Wise Approach for Transactional Analysis 221</p> <p>8.4 Case Application: Rural Water Management in the Netherlands 229</p> <p>8.5 Summary and Further Reading 238</p> <p>Appendix 8.A: Calculation of Dependencies 239</p> <p>Appendix 8.B: Calculation of Equilibrium Control 240</p> <p>References 243</p> <p><b>Part II-C Perceptions </b><b>245</b></p> <p><b>9 Capturing Problem Perceptions: Comparative Cognitive Mapping </b><b>247</b></p> <p>9.1 How Perceptions Can Help Explain (In)Activity in Multi-actor Settings 247</p> <p>9.2 Comparative Cognitive Mapping 249</p> <p>9.3 Step-Wise Approach for Comparative Cognitive Mapping 253</p> <p>9.4 Case Application: Pollution Control for Urban Public Spaces 263</p> <p>9.5 Summary and Further Reading 273</p> <p>References 274</p> <p><b>10 Reconstructing Debate: Argumentative Analysis </b><b>277</b></p> <p>10.1 Debates Fuelled by Competing Claims 277</p> <p>10.2 Argumentative Analysis 278</p> <p>10.3 Step-Wise Approach for Argumentative Analysis 281</p> <p>10.4 Case Application: Watershed Protection in the Philippines 286</p> <p>10.5 Summary and Further Reading 302</p> <p>References 303</p> <p><b>Part II-D Networks </b><b>305</b></p> <p><b>11 Scrutinizing Relations that Shape Actions: Social Network Analysis </b><b>307</b></p> <p><i>Mark de Reuver</i></p> <p>11.1 The Importance of Relations Between Actors 308</p> <p>11.2 Social Network Analysis 308</p> <p>11.3 Step-Wise Approach for Social Network Analysis 312</p> <p>11.4 Case Application: Innovation Network for Internet Video Services 318</p> <p>11.5 Summary and Further Reading 327</p> <p>References 328</p> <p><b>Part III Comparison and Reflection </b><b>331</b></p> <p><b>12 Actor Models: Comparison and Reflection </b><b>333</b></p> <p>12.1 When to Use What Model? 333</p> <p>12.2 Illustrative Comparison of the Use of Models for a Single Case 339</p> <p>12.3 Revisiting the Challenges Involved in Analyzing Actors and Strategies 353</p> <p>12.4 Next Steps in the Future of Actor and Strategy Models 358</p> <p>References 360</p> <p>Index 363</p>
<p> <strong>Leon M. Hermans </strong>is an assistant professor at the Faculty of Technology, Policy, and Management at Delft University of Technology. His research focuses on the use of actor analysis methods to support public policy analysis and evaluation. <p><strong>Scott W. Cunningham</strong> is an associate professor at the Faculty of Technology, Policy, and Management at Delft University of Technology. He combines work in actor modelling and game theory with research in data mining, technology forecasting, and innovation.
<p> <strong>A practical how-to guide for more effective planning through multi-actor modelling </strong> <p> Careful planning is the cornerstone of a successful initiative, and any plan, policy, or business strategy can only be successful if it has the support of different actors. These actors may be actively pursuing their own agendas, so the plan must not only offer an optimal solution to the problem, but must also fit the needs and abilities of the actors involved. <em>Actor and Strategy Models: Practical Applications and Step-wise Approaches</em> provides a primer on multi-actor modelling, based on the fundamental premise that actor strategies are explained by investigating what actors can do, think, and want to achieve. <p> Covering a variety of models with detailed background and case examples, this book focuses on practical application. Step-by-step instructions for each approach provide immediately actionable insight, while a general framework for actor and strategy modelling allows the reader to tailor any approach as needed to optimize results in terms of situation-specific planning. Oriented toward real-world strategy, this helpful resource: <ul> <li>Provides models that shed light on the multi-actor dimensions of planning, using a variety of analytical approaches</li> <li>Includes literature, theoretical underpinnings, and applications for each method covered</li> <li>Clarifies the similarities, differences, and suitable applications between various actor modelling approaches</li> <li>Provides a step-wise framework for actor and strategy modelling</li> <li>Offers guidance for the identification, structuring, and measuring of values and perceptions</li> <li>Examines the challenges involved in analyzing actors and strategies</li> </ul> <br> <p> Even before planning begins, an endeavor's success depends upon a clear understanding of the various actors involved in the planning and implementation stages. From game theory and argumentative analysis, through social network analysis, cognitive mapping, and beyond, <em>Actor and Strategy Models</em> provides valuable insight for more effective planning.

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