Implementation of Principles of Network Central Management in the Activity of Modern Business Structures

Abstract

The article examines the essence of network-centrism and network-centric management, as well as the features, capabilities, advantages and disadvantages of implementing the principles of network-centric management in the activities of modern business structures. The contribution of A. Sebrowski, J. Garstka, D. Alberts and F. Stein to the formation of the concept of network-centric management is considered. The origin of the concept of «network-centrism» and «network-centric management» is studied. The essence of the network-centric approach is investigated and the specifics of its use in the process of managing complex socio-economic systems are determined. It is proposed to improve the management of modern business structures by implementing the principles of network-centric management in their activities. The main levels at which business structures should be managed in accordance with the network-centric approach to management are identified. On the basis of the analysis of traditional principles of network-centrism, it is proposed to introduce into the management of business structures the principles of: formation of a single distributed information infrastructure, unimpeded information exchange; individual information management; interdependence and coherence of the elements of the management system, mandatory validation of information and intellectual integration of the elements of the management system of the business structure. The main advantages and disadvantages of implementing the principles of network-centric management in the activities of modern business structures are identified. The expediency of implementing the principles of network-centric management in the activities of modern business structures, in order to increase the effectiveness of their activities through effective management of information support based on the construction of an information network that allows interconnection of all elements of the management system using available information is substantiated.