Network Building
Building Sustainable Communities through Network Building
This paper by Valdis Krebs and June Holley reviews the development of sustainable communities through methods of enhanced internal and external interactions. The authors describe the networking process through the use of network maps. The different phases of network mapping are described along with a description what the map looks like at each phase, and the processes of the network builder. 2002.
National Networks: Planning can align a national network for full impact
This article, presented by the Bridgespan Group focuses on strategic planning for national networks. They discuss the importance of the planning process and effective methods for aligning partners. These methods include: begin with goals, involve network members, clearly define roles, use data for decision-making, and ensure ownership instead of approval of the plan. June 2007.