Structured Networks - A new approach to organization design

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Summarize the first chapter about structured networks of G&C

Organization designs can and should be based primarily on logic and principles. They emphasize clarity of design intentions, but not to much detail. Some co-ordination processes have to be built into the design, but leave as much as possible to the network. Decentralize, but the parent has to facilitate and nurture the decentralized network.
> This results in a more powerful and rigorous approach, with the key to design structured networks (enough, but not too much structure)

What is the objective of the book?

A rigorous framework and process of analysis for developing and choosing between organization options.

What is the concept strategy according to Elfring?

Strategy is how to deploy (inzetten) resources to establish favorable position?
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What is the concept control according to Elfring?

Control = tracking (bijhouden) implementation of strategy, and evaluating objectives (how can the strategy be checked? What to do in high uncertainty?)

What is the concept design according to Elfring?

Creation of organizational structure fitting the strategy (so first the strategy, then application for the design).

Summarize, shortly, what G&C think is an advantage of structured networks?

It amplifies value creation and minimize value destruction. Hierarchical structures can create and destroy value.

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