A Manager’s Guide to Choosing and Using Collaborative Networks

H. Brinton Milward, Keith G. Provan

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Abstract

Collaborative networks are seen as appropriate devices to tackle public management problems like homelessness, child welfare, and terrorism. Since the problem is bigger than any organization, collaborating with other organizations is necessary if there is any hope of making progress in effectively managing the problem. Service implementation networks consist of intergovernmental programs like Temporary Assistance for Needy Families and services for those who are seriously mentally ill, the aged, abused and neglected children, and the developmentally disabled, which are often funded by federal grants to the states. Information diffusion networks are a common form of network within any level of government. Problem-solving networks have several different purposes. When an information diffusion network reaches a certain point, it can morph into a problem-solving network that can help managers set the agenda in regard to policy toward a critical national or regional problem.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationUnderstanding Nonprofit Organizations
Subtitle of host publicationGovernance, Leadership, and Management
PublisherTaylor and Francis
Pages141-149
Number of pages9
ISBN (Electronic)9781000874112
ISBN (Print)9781032481937
DOIs
StatePublished - Jan 1 2023

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Social Sciences
  • General Business, Management and Accounting

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