Papers by Patrick Mlangeni
INTRODUCTION Central to the Living Lab approach is the emphasis on community-driven innovation in... more INTRODUCTION Central to the Living Lab approach is the emphasis on community-driven innovation in real-life settings, where researchers, end-users and other stakeholders engage in an iterative process aimed at finding optimal solutions to complex real-life problems (Van der Walt, J.S., Buitendag, A.A.K., Zaaiman, J.J. and Van Vuuren, J.C.J. 2009). A Living Lab approach in this case, is therefore not to be perceived as representing a place, an institution or a facility, but rather an iterative process of collaboration and engagement between various stakeholders, including mainly end-users.
I am truly indebted to many people whose kind assistance and contribution made this research repo... more I am truly indebted to many people whose kind assistance and contribution made this research report possible. The cooperation and assistance of many individuals and organizations is profoundly appreciated and hereby acknowledged. Indeed I am indebted to: Associate Professor Mfaniseni Sihlongonyane, my dedicated supervisor for his exceptional and professional guidance, support and belief in me. My family for their unfailing support throughout my life and studies. My sister Sbongile Guda for her generous support towards my well-being and the realisation of this work. Councillor Ruby Mathang, a Member of the Mayoral Committee in the City of Johannesburg, for his invaluable contribution. Ms Lebo Ramoreboli, a Programme Manager for the Inner City and CBD's Economic Development in the Economic Development Unit of the City of Johannesburg. Mr. Paul Arnott-Job, a Senior Development Manager working for the Johannesburg Development Agency. The University of the Witwatersrand, more especially the School of Planning and the Built Environment for their input and facilities. Special thanks to my colleagues, research participants and other professionals for their help. vi
Stads- en Streeksbeplanning, 2014
Peer reviewed and revised Abstract The purpose of this article is to introduce the development of... more Peer reviewed and revised Abstract The purpose of this article is to introduce the development of the Regional Spatial Profiler - a spatial information and modelling platform - for the Department of Science and Technology. Based on the steps set out in action research, this platform is aimed at strengthening spatial planning at a regional scale by providing accessible and comparable spatial information (of current and past trends) to planning practitioners in government. To ensure that the Profiler met the requirements and expectations of users, and would be used by practitioners, its user-interface and future content requirements were developed using four living laboratories (living labs): the Cape Winelands, Ugu and Amatole District Municipalities, and Mangaung Local (now Metro) Municipality. Municipal participants and project team members believed that a living-lab process was the appropriate way to develop the Profiler and experienced the living-lab Profiler as a positive initia...
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Papers by Patrick Mlangeni