Why Collaborative Modeling ?
What What is collaborative modeling ?
“Need to simplify and translate complex models and datasets into information that can be easily communicated and understood by local stakeholders, as models and tools are a means to support dialogue between stakeholders” (WB & ADB at Stockholm 2016). It is emphasize the importance of involving stakeholders in a modelling process (model construction/ model use to analyze measures/strategies).
Collaborative modeling in water management :
An interactive and iterative process in which stakeholders engagement and communication activities are constantly complemented by modeling and communication tools.