Vissers, G. http://repub.eur.nl/res/aut/8603/ List of Publications en http://repub.eur.nl/static-eur/img/logo.png RePub, Erasmus University Rotterdam http://repub.eur.nl Social simulation and polycentric policy making: ex ante assessment of administrative reform in the region Rotterdam (In Book) http://repub.eur.nl/res/pub/750/ 2000-01-01T00:00:00Z Administrative reform is often practiced as solution for perceived problems. However, frequently results are disappointing. The authors relate this phenomenon to the multi-centered nature of administrative processes and propose a social simulation method to gain more insight in potential impact of administrative reforms considered by ex ante assessment. Their analysis is supported by a specific example. Debriefing depends on purpose (In Book) http://repub.eur.nl/res/pub/751/ 1998-01-01T00:00:00Z Social simulation techniques are used for a multiplicity of goals, e.g. training, education, assessment, exploration, development and research. In all cases is necessary. However its shape and aims depend on the specific purpose of the simulation.