Managing Through Networks: Some Issues and Implications for the NHS

摘要: Hierarchies, markets and networks have been described as three alternative styles of organizing, each which may call for distinctive managerial orientations styles. The question arises to whether there is now a deep-seated shift underway from organizational forms based on hierarchies towards more network-based organization. This paper assesses the significance these broader developments with reference changing practice within major UK organization (the NHS). It seeks access developing theory organizations; assess empirically public-sector organizations such NHS; consider implications, example, Human Resource Management (HRM) strategy. There so far few studies taken settings study or sought connect network practice, this can make useful contribution in regards.