Chains, Hubs, Webs, and Sets

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Author: Henry Mintzberg
Author: Henry Mintzberg

It has been popular to see organizations as chains: linear sequences of activities. But many organizations don’t fit this, and even ones that partially do can benefit from considering alternative perspectives: organizing as hubs, webs, and/or sets. This can make a huge difference to how you manage.

In today’s session you will:

  • Be introduced to four ways of thinking about organizations: as chains, hubs, webs, and sets
  • Understand how varied managing can be in these different forms
  • Appreciate the impact of considering management not just atop a chain or set, but at the center of a hub and within a web

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