BizAnalyst Network: Journal of Operational Research (Q3-2007)

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Journal of Operational Research (Q3-2007)

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Special Issue: Problem Structuring Methods II Guest Editors: D Shaw, A Franco and M Westcombe

Editorial

Taking problem structuring methods forward
Alberto Franco, Duncan Shaw & Mark Westcombe
Abstract Full text PDF			545

Part 1: New Developments in Problem Structuring

Problem structuring without workshops? Experiences with distributed interaction within a PSM process
A Morton, F Ackermann & V Belton
Abstract Full text PDF			547

Developing a visioning methodology: Visioning Choices for the future of operational research
F O'Brien & M Meadows
Abstract Full text PDF			557

Problem structuring methods: theorizing the benefits of deconstructing sustainable development projects
S Bell & S Morse
Abstract Full text PDF			576

Part 2: Reflections and Extensions on Problem Structuring

The uses of observation: combining problem structuring methods and ethnography
T Horlick-Jones & J Rosenhead
Abstract Full text PDF			588

Drama theory: dispelling the myths
J Bryant
Abstract Full text PDF			602

Facilitation practices in decision workshops
K N Papamichail, G Alves, S French, J B Yang & R Snowdon
Abstract Full text PDF			614

Part 3: Case Studies

Using Robustness Analysis to structure online marketing and communication problems
H-Y Wong
Abstract Full text PDF			633

Systemic problem structuring applied to community involvement in water conservation
J L Foote, J E Gregor, M C Hepi, V E Baker, D J Houston & G Midgley
Abstract Full text PDF			645

Developing unbounded systems thinking: using causal mapping with multiple stakeholders within a Vietnamese company
H V Vo, B Chae & D L Olson
Abstract Full text PDF			655

Using soft OR principles for collaborative simulation: a case study in the Dutch airline industry
M den Hengst, G-J de Vreede & R Maghnouji
Abstract Full text PDF			669

Viewpoints

Operational research: the science of better?
J Mingers
Abstract Full text PDF			683

Are the benefits of PSMs being sold sufficiently? A practitioner's view
N Morrill
Abstract Full text PDF			686

PSMs: looking in from the outside
S Robinson
Abstract Full text PDF			689

Group model building: problem structuring, policy simulation and decision support
D F Andersen, J A M Vennix, G P Richardson & E A J A Rouwette
Abstract Full text PDF			691

Book Selection

Problem structuring methods: Book Reviews
Abstract Full text PDF			695