System Dynamics Glossary
What is the meaning of Modelling gatekeeper?
Andersen and Richardson (1995; 1997) use the term gatekeeper for
the role of modelling gatekeeper. The role of
modelling gatekeeper is filled by a person within,
or related to, the client group who carries internal responsibility
for the project, usually initiates it, helps frame the problem,
identifies appropriate participants, works with the modelling support team to
structure the sessions, and participates as a member of the
group. Aware of system dynamics literature and practice but not
necessarily a modeller, the modelling gatekeeper is an
advocate in two directions: within the client organisation she speaks
for the modelling process, and within the modelling support team
she speaks for the client group and the problem. The
locus of the modelling gatekeeper in the client
organisation will significantly influence the process and the results. Also
see gatekeeper.
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