Organisation and management models
Much of the social economy is made up of organisations that are not dissimilar to those in the state or private business which have a pyramid structure with authority flowing downwards and accountability flowing upwards. In charities the trustees sit at the top, above the Chief Executive. Hierarchies have survived because they are effective and well-understood models. However, in the last few years, new models of management and organisation have emerged. This is especially the case with online ventures and organisations which are open and collaborative. Organisations of this kind have opted for flatter and more distributed management and organisational structures.
User orientation and autonomous work groups
Large commercial organisations have moved away from hierarchical organisations to models where there are relatively autonomous groups of front line staff, supported by the technical staff...
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Many social ventures try and avoid strict hierarchical structures by remaining small and by sub-dividing (like cells) or collaborating with other similar ventures. Some have adopted...
Read moreDimensions of management
Different development stages of the innovation will require different forms and styles of leadership and management. In the initial stages, leadership is that of a pioneer....
Read moreManaging systems and structures to maintain innovation
There is commonly a tension between the demands of continuing operations and the venture’s ability to maintain innovation. The financial and managerial demands of innovation may...
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