Multiorganizational Arrangements for Watershed Protection: Working Better Together

Madeleine Wright McNamara and John Charles Morris present the Multiorganizational Interaction Model to explore the use of cooperation,coordination,and collaboration between 15 federal/state agencies,local governments,and nongovernmental organizations to restore coastal habitats and replenish aquatic resources on Virginias Eastern Shore.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 146 pages
Publication date: 01 April 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Madeleine Wright McNamara and John Charles Morris present the Multiorganizational Interaction Model as a framework to explore the use of cooperation, coordination, and collaboration between 15 federal/state agencies, local governments, and nongovernmental organizations working together to restore coastal habitats and replenish aquatic resources on Virginia's Eastern Shore. Through a content analysis of data collected through interviews and organizational documents, comparisons can be made regarding the distribution of data across the continuum of interaction. The presence of policy mandates intending to prescribe relationships coupled with strong perceptions of collaboration create opportunities to explore mandated and voluntary collaboration. Themes regarding mapping relationships within the multiorganizational arrangement, movement on the continuum, and implementation through mid-level personnel are discussed. The combination of theory development and testing provides readers with a theoretical framework through which to think about interorganizational interactions, and a case study to illustrate the ways in which these complex relationships manifest themselves in practice.

This book will be essential for scholars, students, and policy makers interested in understanding the complexities of multiorganizational arrangements for watershed protection. It offers a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach to the study of these arrangements, drawing on insights from public administration, policy implementation, and organizational theory. By examining the case of Virginia's Eastern Shore, the authors provide valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities associated with collaborative efforts to restore and manage coastal ecosystems and aquatic resources.

The Multiorganizational Interaction Model presented by McNamara and Morris is a valuable framework for exploring the dynamics of collaboration between multiple organizations. It recognizes the importance of cooperation, coordination, and collaboration in achieving common goals and addresses the challenges associated with managing complex interdependencies. The model emphasizes the importance of mapping relationships within the multiorganizational arrangement, movement on the continuum, and implementation through mid-level personnel. These themes are crucial in understanding the effectiveness and sustainability of collaborative efforts in watershed protection.

The combination of theory development and testing in this book provides readers with a comprehensive theoretical framework through which to think about interorganizational interactions. The authors draw on a range of theoretical perspectives, including institutional theory, resource-based theory, and network theory, to develop a rich and nuanced understanding of the factors that influence collaboration and cooperation. The case study of Virginia's Eastern Shore provides a practical illustration of the ways in which these theoretical frameworks can be applied in practice.

This book will be of particular interest to scholars, students, and policy makers involved in environmental management, coastal conservation, and natural resource governance. It offers valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities associated with multiorganizational arrangements and provides practical strategies for promoting collaboration and cooperation in these contexts. The authors' interdisciplinary approach and comprehensive coverage of topics make this book a valuable resource for anyone seeking to understand and improve the effectiveness of multiorganizational arrangements for watershed protection.

Dimension: 216 x 138 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367610029