As public and private sector organizations work more frequently in partnership, managing uncertainties, problems and controversies becomes increasingly difficult. Despite sophisticated technology and knowledge, the strategic networks and games required to solve uncertainties becomes more complex and more important than ever before. This unique text examines such developments in the area of network strategy.
Differentiating itself from other policy network approaches which mainly have a research focus, this text has a managerial orientation, presenting strategies and...
As public and private sector organizations work more frequently in partnership, managing uncertainties, problems and controversies becomes increasi...
Although the concept of policy networks is now well-established in the field, most research has to content itself with description and analysis of their contribution to policy failure. This book goes further. It accepts policy networks as a fundamental characteristic of modern societies and presents an overview of the strategies for the management of these networks, as well as illustrating the various strategies for intervention.
Although the concept of policy networks is now well-established in the field, most research has to content itself with description and analysis of the...
This is a practical yet imaginative guide to the management and education of children with severe motor difficulties. The book covers a wide range of approaches, including physiotherapy, speech therapy, and parental and teacher assistance.
This is a practical yet imaginative guide to the management and education of children with severe motor difficulties. The book covers a wide range of ...
Governance Networks in the Public Sector presents a comprehensive study of governance networks and the management of complexities in network settings. Public, private and non-profit organizations are increasingly faced with complex, wicked problems when making decisions, developing policies or delivering services in the public sector. These activities take place in networks of interdependent actors guided by diverging and sometimes conflicting perceptions and strategies. As a result these networks are dominated by cognitive, strategic and institutional complexities. Dealing with...
Governance Networks in the Public Sector presents a comprehensive study of governance networks and the management of complexities in netwo...
