Finding shared decisions in stakeholder networks: An agent-based approach

Authored by Alessandro Pluchino, Andrea Rapisarda, Pira Michela Le, Matteo Ignaccolo, Giuseppe Inturri

Date Published: 2017

DOI: 10.1016/j.physa.2016.09.015

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Platforms: NetLogo

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Abstract

We address the problem of a participatory decision-making process where a shared priority list of alternatives has to be obtained while avoiding inconsistent decisions. An agent-based model (ABM) is proposed to mimic this process in different social networks of stakeholders who interact according to an opinion dynamics model. Simulations' results show the efficacy of interaction in finding a transitive and, above all, shared decision. These findings are in agreement with real participation experiences regarding transport planning decisions and can give useful suggestions on how to plan an effective participation process for sustainable policy-making based on opinion consensus. (C) 2016 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.

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