This is general background research to understand the context for adaptation policy. It is intended for policy-makers.

1. Why did you use this tool and what for?

Tool was used as reference material, and as an additional source of literature on contemporary coastal governance processes; the reason for using the tool was to inform the reader of methods for addressing difficult questions associated with the analysis of coastal governance processes (i.e. how are decisions made and who makes them?)

2. What changes resulted from using this tool?

Results / changes associated with this tool can be best reflected as the additional insight provided to practitioners (e.g. coastal managers, individuals tasked with facilitating coastal management processes) in terms of: comprehension of coastal governance; methodologies; and, analysis / communication.

3. What worked well and what would you have done differently?

The report is presented using very accessible format and language – the use of regular questions to describe the logic and purpose behind the study and methods used, as well as the context of the findings, ensures the key messages are non-esoteric and presented in a straight-forward manner. The only comment I would add as a suggested improvement would be to consider using additional visual aids (e.g. maps and images) to complement the text.

4. Did you tailor this tool in any way to meet your specific needs?

No – but the report is presented in a format that allows the reader / user to repeat the research process in its entirety, or select elements appropriate to their requirements (e.g. use of scenario workshop(s), or institutional analysis).

5. Was it cost-effective?

Cost was not an issue in the case of this tool – as a report, it was not time-consuming to read or extract the key messages.

6. Tips or recommendations to practitioners considering using this tool.