Power and conflict in network governance: exclusive and inclusive forms of network administrative organizations

Maron, Asa; Benish, Avishai

doi:10.1080/14719037.2021.1930121

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“…Network governance is deemed most suitable to deal with complex problems cutting across policy sectors and disciplines. This is because single organizational actors cannot address various problems and meet their goals independently due to a lack of resources [21] Network governance then becomes a specific style of politics that is aimed at resolving two interrelated problems. First, it includes demands for inclusion and participation to overcome distrust of public agencies and a crisis of legitimacy.…”

Section: The Concept Of Network Governancementioning

confidence: 99%

Network Governance in the Tourism Policy: The Case of Padang, West Sumatra

Rina Herawati,

Sunu Astuti

2024

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As the capital city with a beautiful landscape, Padang has a huge potential as the center for development growth of West Sumatra province through its tourism sector. Besides its natural landscape, Padang also has historical sites, culinary uniqueness, and halal tourism that attract both local and foreign tourists to visit this region. This study then aims to explain the implementation of network governance in the tourism public policy in Padang City, so that the tourism performance in Padang can be optimized. The method used in this study is a qualitative research method with a literature review design by studying and analyzing secondary data. The results show that the government of Padang City has applied network governance to improve the formulation and implementation of its tourism policy. The application can be seen through the government’s efforts in conducting cooperation and collaboration with private actors, local communities, and other government agencies. Nevertheless, this implementation has not been optimal because there are some challenges faced by the governments, such as a lack of infrastructure and human resources capability. Keywords: network governance, public policy, tourism

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Section: The Concept Of Network Governancementioning

confidence: 99%

Network Governance in the Tourism Policy: The Case of Padang, West Sumatra

Rina Herawati,

Sunu Astuti

2024

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“…Institutional design is defined as the set of "rules, interaction patterns, and stable patterns of perception that can influence the interaction" within the network, and includes fundamental characteristics of the whole network such as rules for access to crucial resources and power relations among the actors (Klijn & Koppenjan, 2015). In particular, (1) access rules consider the process of activation or deactivation of actors in a network; (2) the management of information is key for changing the balance of power in the network since information strategies can help external actors to both enter the network and influence network decisions; (3) actors' formal role is crucial to improve the chances for newcomers to challenge existing players in the flux of network interactions, for example by participating in policy committees, institutionalized policy venues or authoritative decision arenas (Ingold & Leifeld, 2016;Maron & Benish, 2021).…”

Section: Network Characteristics and Related Management Strategiesmentioning

confidence: 99%

The effects of open government data on the inclusiveness of governance networks: Identifying management strategies and success factors

Reggi¹,

Dawes

Gil-García

2022

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In order to improve legitimacy, accountability and effectiveness for both policy making and service delivery, governance networks can benefit from the knowledge, skills and other key resources of external actors. However, these networks are often prone to social and cognitive exclusion of outsiders, reducing the potential benefits of greater inclusiveness and diversity. Inclusiveness within governance networks is defined here as the possibility for new actors to both enter the network and to influence its decisions. Based on an extensive literature review, this paper argues that Open Government Data (OGD) strategies and related technologies can potentially contribute to governance network management strategies aimed at preventing social and cognitive exclusion. We propose a conceptual model of how these relationships work. However, empirical evidence from the literature included very few cases in which the positive effect of OGD strategies has actually been achieved. Therefore, we also identify two critical success factors that appear to be needed: (1) proactive data strategies to expand the network of interested parties and their ability to use data, and (2) empowering new interested actors by promoting their access to structural and formal roles in the network and systematically integrating their feedback into the policy cycle.

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“…Furthermore, diverging interests and resources among network actors influence the evolution of a network platform [21]. Others have shown that network actors use power strategies to deal with other members' opposing views, leading to less-inclusive platform types [22].…”

Section: The Enabling Role Of Network Platformsmentioning

confidence: 99%

How does a Network Platform Work for Participating Actors Towards Integrated Care Governance? A Case Study of a Dutch Hospital Region

Woerd¹,

Veen-Berkx

Scheer

et al. 2022

Int J Integr Care

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Introduction: Network platforms are interesting for integrated care governance as they seek solutions for the problem of competition and tensions between networks. In this paper, we analyse how a network platform functions for the actors involved, and how it is used in their work. Methods:We employed a case study in a Dutch urbanised hospital region, and conducted 17 interviews with hospital physicians, directors, and supporting staff who are involved in a network platform called "BeterKeten" (BK).Results: Actors assign different functions and purposes to BK: facilitating and legitimising professional (learning) communities; adapting to a changing policy context; enlarging professionals' and the networks' circle of influence; and extending governing possibilities. Network platform' dynamics and frictions entail changing professional and managerial practices; embedding a BK network in a partner network; and alignment of (conflicting) network platforms.Discussion: Network platforms are a promising strategy to govern, facilitate, and nurture network-building actions to enhance integrated care, offering new ways of working to cope with its multi-level nature. Conclusion:BK is a dynamic actor with steering capacities that enables the coexistence of multiple purposes. Further research could pay attention to how network platforms are able to develop modalities of integrated care governance that suit healthcare system's networked character.

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Power and conflict in network governance: exclusive and inclusive forms of network administrative organizations

Cited by 10 publications

References 24 publications

Network Governance in the Tourism Policy: The Case of Padang, West Sumatra

Network Governance in the Tourism Policy: The Case of Padang, West Sumatra

The effects of open government data on the inclusiveness of governance networks: Identifying management strategies and success factors

How does a Network Platform Work for Participating Actors Towards Integrated Care Governance? A Case Study of a Dutch Hospital Region

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