Core Link Node Cluster Periphery Hub A Few Helpful Definitions

Centralized Decentralized Note: These categories often overlap. Most of the examples fit in to multiple categories. Nonprofit organizations (without explicit network structure) Membership organizations (Organizations with network component) Nonprofits with explicit network strategy and structure Coalition / Alliance (network of organizations) Networks of networks Ad hoc networks Developed from: Plastrik, Taylor, “Net Gains,” (2006); Anklam, “Net Work,” (2007); Krebs, Holley. “Building Smart Communities,” (2006).Source for Network Graphics: orgnet.com A Typology of Organizing Structures

Frame the Problem Collect Data Analyze Data Validate & Discuss Results Identify Next Steps Follow up Goal Problem/ Opportunity Hypotheses Who/ Boundaries Relationships/ Flows Demographics Surveys Interviews Focus groups Data mining Specialized network mapping software helps to understand data: Visually (Maps) Quantitatively (Metrics) Preliminary review One-on-one interviews Interactive feedback session Formal presentation Planning Training Organizational Changes Specific interventions Framework developed by Roberto Cremonini, Barr Foundation How Is Network Mapping Done?