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 ==Users of economic tools==
-Economic tools can be used by [http://www.decisio.nl/english-profile/?lang=en economists] (specialists) but also by specialised [[is an attribute of::]][[Urban planner|urban planners]] in socio-economic appraisal. These economic models, however, do not come without [[Limits of economic analysis|fundamental and methodological limits]] that have to be considered.
+Economic tools can be used by [http://www.decisio.nl/english-profile/?lang=en economists] (specialists) but also by specialised [[Urban planner|urban planners]] in socio-economic appraisal. These economic models, however, do not come without [[Limits of economic analysis|fundamental and methodological limits]] that have to be considered.
 ==Types of economic tools==

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 [[Category:Economic]]
-[[File:ae.png|25px|right|This is a page providing background in a specific field of expertise]]'''Economic tools''' (or tools of economic analysis) facilitate the preparation of a robust urban plan in the [[Urban planning|urban planning]] process encouraging economic development in a way that is conducive to and compatible with sustainability objectives. Put differently, they influence the way planned urban objects and urban environments are going to be shaped. Furthermore, economic tools are applied to measure the [[is a way to::Economic impact|economic impact]] of existing urban objects, but also [[Threat|security threats]] (and indirect security measures). In essence, they are [[is an attribute of::Urban Planning Tools|urban planning tools]] (though not solely used by urban planners).
+[[File:ae.png|25px|right|This is a page providing background in a specific field of expertise]]'''Economic tools''' (or tools of economic analysis) facilitate the preparation of a robust urban plan in the [[Urban planning|urban planning]] process encouraging economic development in a way that is conducive to and compatible with sustainability objectives. Put differently, they influence the way planned urban objects and urban environments are going to be shaped. Furthermore, economic tools are applied to measure the [[Economic impact|economic impact]] of existing urban objects, but also [[Threat|security threats]] (and indirect security measures). In essence, they are [[Urban Planning Tools|urban planning tools]] (though not solely used by urban planners).
 == Description ==
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 ==Types of economic tools==
 Urban planning processes employ a host of economic tools/models:
-* [[comprises::Social cost-benefit analysis|Social cost-benefit analysis]]
+* [[Social cost-benefit analysis|Social cost-benefit analysis]]
-* [[comprises::Input-output analysis|Input-output analysis]]
+* [[Input-output analysis|Input-output analysis]]
-* [[comprises::Economic Impact Study|Economic impact study]]
+* [[Economic Impact Study|Economic impact study]]
-* [[comprises::Business case|Business case]]
+* [[Business case|Business case]]
-* [[comprises::Other economic tools|Other economic tools]]
+* [[Other economic tools|Other economic tools]]
 See also the clickable map below:

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-Source: [http://www.decisio.nl Decisio], 2012
+[http://www.decisio.nl Decisio], 2012
 *'''Step 1:''' In preparation of the use of economic models it is very important to assess the problem in terms of definition (type of security issues), but also in terms of urgency of a solution. Vitruv's [[Concept level tools#Risk Assessment tool (SecuRbAn)|risk assessment tool]] (SecuRbAn) is an example of a tool that facilitates urban planners to identify possible security issues. Nevertheless, one should always involve experts and political decision makers before one starts the implementation of security measures for reasons explained below.

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 *'''Step 2:''' If one decides to economically assess a certain threat the starting point of any analysis is the definition of the '[[Social cost-benefit analysis#The null hypothesis|null hypothesis]]'. This null hypothesis describes "the most likely" scenario development in case a project will not be executed<ref>Put differently, investments on a smaller scale will be included in the null alternative hypothesis in order to make a realistic comparison in a situation without "huge" investments.</ref>. Subsequently, one identifies the project alternatives (in this case types of useful security measures) and assesses the involved costs and effects in terms of risk reduction.
 *'''Step 3:''' Once the alternatives are identified, it is time to identify all (or as much as possible) the effects in terms of costs and benefits. In general, it is quite difficult to quantify the economic impact of urban development, urban objects, crime, security measures, and so on. This is especially true for the benefits, since they are in most of the cases 'non-economic'<ref> Take, for example, urban development as a catalyst for business investments, health benefits of less crime, the benefits of living in a safe area due to security measures, etc.</ref>. Economic models like economic impact studies or social cost-benefit analysis (see figure below) are specifically developed by economists to support decision makers in this process. The defined economic impacts can be quantified and expressed in monetary terms, or in other economic output terms such as percentage of GDP, % of public income/expenditures, etc.
-*'''Step 4:''' Evaluation of the results of the economic assessment is as crucial as the problem definition of step 1. First of all, one should take a good look at the effects that were not identified or quantified for example because they are too complex to estimate. Secondly, it is important to involve the stakeholders that will be influenced by the security measures, for example the ones who pay the bills (think of shop owners, residents, public authorities). Thirdly, the cost-effectiveness should be assessed and expressed in terms that are understandable for the urban planner. Finally, while economic analysis is common in many contexts, the results of these studies depend largely on the used methodologies, including the underlying (subjective) assumptions and measured effects.<ref>For example: How does one economically quantify and present in € the reputation of local police with regards to enforcing safety?</ref>. Nevertheless, it remains relevant for urban planners (especially on a more strategic level) to gain insight into the economic dimension of urban planning and security threats/measures. In the words of criminologists Ken Pease and Martin Gill<ref>Pease, K. and M. Gill (2011): Home security and place design: some evidence and its policy implications.</ref>,"[economic] Cost benefit analysis is always helpful, sometimes necessary but seldom sufficient as a basis for decision-making". However, there are also many other dimensions to be involved in the decision maker that are also addressed in Securipedia.
+*'''Step 4:''' Evaluation of the results of the economic assessment is as crucial as the problem definition of step 1. First of all, one should take a good look at the effects that were not identified or quantified for example because they are too complex to estimate. Secondly, it is important to involve the stakeholders that will be influenced by the security measures, for example the ones who pay the bills (think of shop owners, residents, public authorities). Thirdly, the cost-effectiveness should be assessed and expressed in terms that are understandable for the urban planner. Finally, while economic analysis is common in many contexts, the results of these studies depend largely on the used methodologies, including the underlying (subjective) assumptions and measured effects.<ref>For example: How does one economically quantify and present in € the reputation of local police with regards to enforcing safety?</ref>. Nevertheless, it remains relevant for urban planners (especially on a more strategic level) to gain insight into the economic dimension of urban planning and security threats/measures. In the words of criminologists Ken Pease and Martin Gill<ref>Pease, K. and M. Gill (2011): Home security and place design: Some evidence and its policy implications.</ref>,"[economic] Cost benefit analysis is always helpful, sometimes necessary but seldom sufficient as a basis for decision-making". However, there are also many other dimensions to be involved in the decision maker that are also addressed in Securipedia.
 ==Users of economic tools==

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 *'''Step 2:''' If one decides to economically assess a certain threat the starting point of any analysis is the definition of the '[[Social cost-benefit analysis#The null hypothesis|null hypothesis]]'. This null hypothesis describes "the most likely" scenario development in case a project will not be executed<ref>Put differently, investments on a smaller scale will be included in the null alternative hypothesis in order to make a realistic comparison in a situation without "huge" investments.</ref>. Subsequently, one identifies the project alternatives (in this case types of useful security measures) and assesses the involved costs and effects in terms of risk reduction.
 *'''Step 3:''' Once the alternatives are identified, it is time to identify all (or as much as possible) the effects in terms of costs and benefits. In general, it is quite difficult to quantify the economic impact of urban development, urban objects, crime, security measures, and so on. This is especially true for the benefits, since they are in most of the cases 'non-economic'<ref> Take, for example, urban development as a catalyst for business investments, health benefits of less crime, the benefits of living in a safe area due to security measures, etc.</ref>. Economic models like economic impact studies or social cost-benefit analysis (see figure below) are specifically developed by economists to support decision makers in this process. The defined economic impacts can be quantified and expressed in monetary terms, or in other economic output terms such as percentage of GDP, % of public income/expenditures, etc.
-*'''Step 4:''' Evaluation of the results of the economic assessment is as crucial as the problem definition of step 1. First of all, one should take a good look at the effects that were not identified or quantified for example because they are too complex to estimate. Secondly, it is important to involve the stakeholders that will be influenced by the security measures, for example the ones who pay the bills (think of shop owners, residents, public authorities). Thirdly, the cost-effectiveness should be assessed and expressed in terms that are understandable for the urban planner. Finally, while economic analysis is common in many contexts, the results of these studies depend largely on the used methodologies, including the underlying (subjective) assumptions and measured effects.<ref>For example: How does one economically quantify and present in € the reputation of local police with regards to enforcing safety?</ref>. Nevertheless, it remains relevant for urban planners (especially on a more strategic level) to gain insight into the economic dimension of urban planning and security threats/measures. In the words of professors Ken Pease and Martin Gill<ref>Pease, K. and M. Gill (2011): Home security and place design: some evidence and its policy implications.</ref>,"[economic] Cost benefit analysis is always helpful, sometimes necessary but seldom sufficient as a basis for decision-making". However, there are also many other dimensions to be involved in the decision maker that are also addressed in Securipedia.
+*'''Step 4:''' Evaluation of the results of the economic assessment is as crucial as the problem definition of step 1. First of all, one should take a good look at the effects that were not identified or quantified for example because they are too complex to estimate. Secondly, it is important to involve the stakeholders that will be influenced by the security measures, for example the ones who pay the bills (think of shop owners, residents, public authorities). Thirdly, the cost-effectiveness should be assessed and expressed in terms that are understandable for the urban planner. Finally, while economic analysis is common in many contexts, the results of these studies depend largely on the used methodologies, including the underlying (subjective) assumptions and measured effects.<ref>For example: How does one economically quantify and present in € the reputation of local police with regards to enforcing safety?</ref>. Nevertheless, it remains relevant for urban planners (especially on a more strategic level) to gain insight into the economic dimension of urban planning and security threats/measures. In the words of criminologists Ken Pease and Martin Gill<ref>Pease, K. and M. Gill (2011): Home security and place design: some evidence and its policy implications.</ref>,"[economic] Cost benefit analysis is always helpful, sometimes necessary but seldom sufficient as a basis for decision-making". However, there are also many other dimensions to be involved in the decision maker that are also addressed in Securipedia.
 ==Users of economic tools==

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-*'''Step 1:''' In preparation of the use of economic models it is very important to assess the problem in terms of definition (type of security issues), but also in terms of urgency of a solution. Vitruv's [[Concept level tools#Risk Assessment tool (SecuRbAn)|risk assessment tool (SecuRbAn)]] is an example of a tool that facilitates urban planners to identify possible security issues. Nevertheless, one should always involve experts and political decision makers before one starts the implementation of security measures for reasons explained below.
+*'''Step 1:''' In preparation of the use of economic models it is very important to assess the problem in terms of definition (type of security issues), but also in terms of urgency of a solution. Vitruv's [[Concept level tools#Risk Assessment tool (SecuRbAn)|risk assessment tool]] (SecuRbAn) is an example of a tool that facilitates urban planners to identify possible security issues. Nevertheless, one should always involve experts and political decision makers before one starts the implementation of security measures for reasons explained below.
 *'''Step 2:''' If one decides to economically assess a certain threat the starting point of any analysis is the definition of the '[[Social cost-benefit analysis#The null hypothesis|null hypothesis]]'. This null hypothesis describes "the most likely" scenario development in case a project will not be executed<ref>Put differently, investments on a smaller scale will be included in the null alternative hypothesis in order to make a realistic comparison in a situation without "huge" investments.</ref>. Subsequently, one identifies the project alternatives (in this case types of useful security measures) and assesses the involved costs and effects in terms of risk reduction.
 *'''Step 3:''' Once the alternatives are identified, it is time to identify all (or as much as possible) the effects in terms of costs and benefits. In general, it is quite difficult to quantify the economic impact of urban development, urban objects, crime, security measures, and so on. This is especially true for the benefits, since they are in most of the cases 'non-economic'<ref> Take for example: urban development as a catalyst for business investments, health benefits of less crime, the benefits of living in a safe area due to security measures, etc.</ref>. Economic models like economic impact studies or social cost-benefit analysis (see figure below) are specifically developed by economists to support decision makers in this process. The defined economic impacts can be quantified and expressed in monetary terms, or in other economic output terms such as percentage of GDP, % of public income/expenditures, etc.

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 ==Economic assessment step by step==
-Economic tools can assist urban planners (or other decision makers) determining the pros and cons of different types of security measures (project alternatives). The (click able) flow chart below illustrates the 4 main steps in the decision process of this economic assessment.
+Economic tools can assist urban planners (or other decision makers) determining the pros and cons of different types of security measures (project alternatives). The (click able) flow chart below illustrates the 4 main steps in the decision process of this economic assessment:
 ''Flow chart economic assessment''
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 *'''Step 2:''' If one decides to economically assess a certain threat the starting point of any analysis is the definition of the '[[Social cost-benefit analysis#The null hypothesis|null hypothesis]]'. This null hypothesis describes "the most likely" scenario development in case a project will not be executed<ref>Put differently, investments on a smaller scale will be included in the null alternative hypothesis in order to make a realistic comparison in a situation without "huge" investments.</ref>. Subsequently, one identifies the project alternatives (in this case types of useful security measures) and assesses the involved costs and effects in terms of risk reduction.
 *'''Step 3:''' Once the alternatives are identified, it is time to identify all (or as much as possible) the effects in terms of costs and benefits. In general, it is quite difficult to quantify the economic impact of urban development, urban objects, crime, security measures, and so on. This is especially true for the benefits, since they are in most of the cases 'non-economic'<ref> Take for example: urban development as a catalyst for business investments, health benefits of less crime, the benefits of living in a safe area due to security measures, etc.</ref>. Economic models like economic impact studies or social cost-benefit analysis (see figure below) are specifically developed by economists to support decision makers in this process. The defined economic impacts can be quantified and expressed in monetary terms, or in other economic output terms such as percentage of GDP, % of public income/expenditures, etc.
-*'''Step 4:''' Evaluation of the results of the economic assessment is as crucial as the problem definition of step 1. First of all, one should take a good look at the effects that were not identified or quantified for example because they are too complex to estimate. Secondly, it is important to involve the stakeholders that will be influenced by the security measures, for example the ones who pay the bills (think of shop owners, residents, public authorities). Thirdly, the cost-effectiveness should be assessed and expressed in terms that are understandable for the urban planner. Finally, while economic analysis is common in many contexts, the results of these studies depend largely on the used methodologies, including the underlying (subjective) assumptions and measured effects.<ref>For example: How does one economically quantify and present in € the reputation of local police with regards to enforcing safety?</ref>. Nevertheless, it remains relevant for urban planners (especially on a more strategic level) to gain insight into the economic dimension of urban planning and security threats/measures. In the words of professors Ken Pease and Martin Gill<ref>Pease, K. and M. Gill (2011) Home security and place design: some evidence and its policy implications.</ref>,"[economic]Cost benefit analysis is always helpful, sometimes necessary but seldom sufficient as a basis for decision-making". However, there are also many other dimensions to be involved in the decision maker that are also addressed in Securipedia.
+*'''Step 4:''' Evaluation of the results of the economic assessment is as crucial as the problem definition of step 1. First of all, one should take a good look at the effects that were not identified or quantified for example because they are too complex to estimate. Secondly, it is important to involve the stakeholders that will be influenced by the security measures, for example the ones who pay the bills (think of shop owners, residents, public authorities). Thirdly, the cost-effectiveness should be assessed and expressed in terms that are understandable for the urban planner. Finally, while economic analysis is common in many contexts, the results of these studies depend largely on the used methodologies, including the underlying (subjective) assumptions and measured effects.<ref>For example: How does one economically quantify and present in € the reputation of local police with regards to enforcing safety?</ref>. Nevertheless, it remains relevant for urban planners (especially on a more strategic level) to gain insight into the economic dimension of urban planning and security threats/measures. In the words of professors Ken Pease and Martin Gill<ref>Pease, K. and M. Gill (2011) Home security and place design: some evidence and its policy implications.</ref>,"[economic] Cost benefit analysis is always helpful, sometimes necessary but seldom sufficient as a basis for decision-making". However, there are also many other dimensions to be involved in the decision maker that are also addressed in Securipedia.
 ==Users of economic tools==