Humans and the Environment

Question 1

What are the three sides of the success triangle?

Answer 1

1. Process
2. Relationships
3. Substance

Question 2

Define Process

Answer 2

the explicit and formal steps used in making management decision

Question 3

Define relationships

Answer 3

the networks that develop among individuals with a direct or indirect interest in or influence over a management decision

Question 4

Define Substance

Answer 4

the technical and factual content of a situation

Question 5

Who is a stakeholder? List a few examples

Answer 5

 Anyone who has an interest in the topic at hand and wishes to participate in the decision-making:
 People who live or used to live in the area.
 People interested in the resource (or users)
 People are interested in the processes used to make decisions.
 People who pay the bills.
 People who represent citizens or are legally responsible for public resources.

Question 6

List techniques for stakeholders to get involved.

Answer 6

o Interviews with key informants.
o Establishing a local office.
o Electronic communication.
o Displays and exhibits at local events.
o Informal meetings with community groups.
o Focus groups.
o Workshops
o Charrettes
o Town meeting and other large-meeting formats.
o Public meetings.