Development of decision support tools for decentralised urban water supply management in Uganda: An Action Research approach

Kizito, Frank; Mutikanga, Harrison E.; Ngirane-Katashaya, Gaddi; Thunvik, Roger

doi:10.1016/j.compenvurbsys.2009.01.001

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“…Water . (Ali, 2003; Barnett, 1984; Bontkes, 1993; Bowen and Young, 1985; Dlamini et al, 2007; Endale and Fipps, 2001; Faki et al, 1995; Fox et al, 2005; Gadissa and Chemeda, 2009; Gilau and Small, 2008; Guariso and Whittington, 1987; Gumbo et al, 2003; Hamandawana et al, 2007; Hazlewood and Livingstone, 1982; Hearne, 1991; Hopkins et al, 2004; Jeltsch et al, 1996; Kadigi et al, 2008; Kaliba et al, 2007; Kaliba and Norman, 2004; Kaoneka and Solberg, 1997; Kayaga and Franceys, 2008; Kayaga and Kadimba‐Mwanamwambwa, 2006; Kiker et al, 2008; Kipkorir et al, 2000, 2001; Kizito et al, 2009; Manzungu, 2002; Mbilima, 2008; Murthy and Mamo, 2009; Ngoundo et al, 2007; Ochola et al, 2002; Ondimu and Murase, 2007; Pachpute, 2010; Palmer‐Jones, 1977; Potkanski and Adams, 1998; Rajabu, 2007; Schulze, 2007; Ssennyonga, 1983; Tanyimboh and Kalungi, 2008; Welderufael and Woyessa, 2009; Zaag, 2007)…”

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A bibliography of applications of operational research in sub-Saharan Africa

Smith

2010

International Transactions in Operational Research

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There continues to be considerable interest in the potential for applying Operational Research (OR) in less‐developed countries. A recent paper provided a bibliography of published research from West Africa. This paper extends that bibliography to the other sub‐Saharan nations, with the omission of South Africa. In some parts of this region, there have been numerous applications described in the literature, while in others there is very little on record. As in the earlier paper, the material has been collected from a wide range of journals, extending from the regular OR literature to many application journals. In addition to the references, the paper describes the manner of collection of this information, and discusses the resulting picture of OR in sub‐Saharan Africa.

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A bibliography of applications of operational research in sub-Saharan Africa

Smith

2010

International Transactions in Operational Research

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“…It is implemented under a decentralised system of govemance, which is similar to Zimbabwe's implementation strategy (Mapedza & Geheb, 2010). The decentralisation system aims to take national services closer to the people (Jeppsson et al, 2005;Kizito et al, 2009;Okot-Okumu & Nyenje, 2011). The local govemment ministries of both Zimbabwe and Uganda are expected to support districts by managing water facilities, which implies that there are several stakeholders involved in the delivery of water.…”

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Safe water, household income and health challenges in Ugandan homes that harvest rainwater

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Having access to a safe water supply is important to improve a person's quality of life. We examine the relationship between the influence of water availability on monthly household expenditures (the dependetit variable) and independent variables such as household characteristics, tank size, usage instmetions and post-construction guidatice, including the management of water-related health risks. The sample consisted of 301 respotidetits who hatvest rainwater in Uganda. A multiple regression atialysis was used to analyse the data. The fmditigs show that post-construction guidance and tank size were sigtiificant variables. This study suggests the need for a follow-up to improve health after the installation of water supply equipment, i.e., to provide information about water risks, foster reading norms and facilitate the availability and affordability of information sources, e.g., subsidised newspapers and information support devices (computers). Additionally, this study shows the possibility of increased savings due to reduced expetiditures on water from vendors and the management of water-related health risks caused by a water shortage, e.g., dehydration. Overall, the study reveals two possible ways to advance policy and health in developing countries: (1) etisming sufficient post-construction guidance for all water resources; and (2) ensuring a sustainable supply of adequate safe water in households.

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“…Some authors argue that the needs and requirements of users have not been met (Lawrence & Stewart 2010); others suggest the cost of the tools is very high or that they are irrelevant, unreliable and inflexible (Breuer et al 2008;Evers 2008;Kizito 2008;van Meensel et al 2012). To overcome these deficiencies, changes are required.…”

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Participatory development of decision support systems: which features of the process lead to improved uptake and better outcomes?

Valls-Donderis

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Scandinavian Journal of Forest Research

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13Decision support systems (DSSs) are important in decision making environments with 14 conflicting interests. Many DSSs developed have not been used in practice. Experts 15 argue that these tools do not respond to real user needs and that the inclusion of 16 stakeholders in the development process is the solution. However, it is not clear which 17 features of participatory development of DSSs result in improved uptake and better 18 outcomes. 19A review of papers, reporting on case studies where DSSs and other decision tools 20 (information systems, software and scenario tools) were developed with elements of 21 participation, was carried out. The cases were analysed according to a framework 22 2 created as part of this research; it includes criteria to evaluate the development 23 process and the outcomes. 24Relevant aspects to consider in the participatory development processes include: 25 establishing clear objectives, timing and location of the process; keeping discussions 26 on track; favouring participation and interaction of individuals and groups; and 27 challenging creative thinking of the tool and future scenarios. The case studies that 28 address these issues show better outcomes; however, there is a large degree of 29 uncertainty concerning them because developers have typically neither asked 30 participants about their perceptions of the processes and resultant tools, nor have they 31 monitored the use and legacy of the tools over the long-term. 32

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Development of decision support tools for decentralised urban water supply management in Uganda: An Action Research approach

Cited by 9 publications

References 29 publications

A bibliography of applications of operational research in sub-Saharan Africa

A bibliography of applications of operational research in sub-Saharan Africa

Safe water, household income and health challenges in Ugandan homes that harvest rainwater

Participatory development of decision support systems: which features of the process lead to improved uptake and better outcomes?

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