What is Systems bundling of use cases across scales & entry points?
Systems bundling is the process of bringing together real-world food systems use cases from different contexts, sectors, and scales to explore synergies, trade-offs, and complementary strategies. It helps connect diverse actions and highlight practical pathways for systems transformation.
Why do we use this method?
To inspire concrete action through examples rooted in practice
To nuance existing narratives, moving beyond simplified framings
To reduce polarization on sensitive or contested topics
To identify complementary roles, approaches, and interventions across different stakeholders
When is it useful?
This method is useful when aligning diverse food systems initiatives, helping identify synergies, reduce fragmentation, and guide integrated action through real-world examples.
How do we do this?
Engage diverse actors working across different entry points, levels and geographies
Select and analyse relevant use cases, paying attention to interconnections and trade-offs
Focus on nexus themes (such as food-land-water-climate interactions) where integrated solutions are needed
Examples of our work
Other examples:
- Biodiversity and Food systems partnership of the Netherlands Food Partnership – in development
- Use cases in the Montpellier process