Boundary-spanning strategies for aligning institutional logics: A typology

José Nederhand*, Martijn Van Der Steen, Mark Van Twist

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Abstract

This article critically examines strategies used by boundary spanners to align the institutional logics of bureaucracy, management and networks in citizen-state interactions. In-depth interviews conducted within the Dutch municipality of Rotterdam reveal that boundary spanners use entrepreneurial, mediation, and hierarchical strategies to align institutional logics. By providing insight into the strategic toolbox of boundary spanners and the perceived effectiveness of these tools, this article enhances empirical understanding of how the interplay between older and newer institutional logics within public organisations takes shape and how boundary spanners make strategic use of hierarchy to overcome institutional barriers.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)219-240
Number of pages22
JournalLocal Government Studies
Volume45
Issue number2
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 4 Mar 2019

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© 2018, © 2018 The Author(s). Published by Informa UK Limited, trading as Taylor & Francis Group.

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