The system dynamics modelling process and DYSMAP2

Recent work on the practice of strategic policy-making has highlighted how a model can be introduced to make the process more effective. System dynamics models are particularly appropriate for inclusion in this emerging framework for the debate of policy issues. The procedural framework integrates ideas from group decision support systems, boardroom systems and scenario generation and requires particular features in the system dynamics modelling software employed. Consideration is given to those specific features of the DYSMAP2 software which meet the need of senior managerial groups who are faced with the resolution of policy issues.