Digital Net-Map tool for multi-stakeholder networks in Food Safety Risk Analysis

A new research insight has been published in the Food Control scientific journal: “Development of a digital Net-Map tool to analyse multi-stakeholder networks in risk analysis of emerging food safety issues.” The paper, co-authored by Niels van der Linden, Celine Meerpoel, Hanna Schebesta, and Pieternel Luning, experts from Wageningen University and the University of Gent, describes the application of the Net-Map tool in the context of the FoodSafety4EU project.
This innovative study introduces the Net-Map methodology, a tool designed to untangle the intricate relationships within multi-stakeholder networks. The findings reveal that food safety risk analysis networks are far more complex than the administrative frameworks established by legislation, providing a clear view of how theory aligns with real-world dynamics.

Key Findings:

• The Net-Map tool effectively compares theoretical expectations with practical realities in risk analysis networks.
• It helps scientists identify critical stakeholders for data collection.
• Supports policymakers by highlighting areas for targeted interventions.
• Encourages stakeholder awareness, fostering collaboration opportunities.

The digital tool serves as a game-changer for improving risk analysis approaches, offering practical benefits for all stakeholders involved in ensuring food safety.

Explore this publication to see how the Net-Map methodology can enhance collaboration and efficiency in food safety risk management. Download it below!