Global Stability Through Decentralization

Author : Peter A. Wilderer,Martin Grambow
Publisher : Springer
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2015-12-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783319243580

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Global Stability through Decentralization? by Peter A. Wilderer,Martin Grambow Pdf

The authors of this book, who represent a broad range of scientific disciplines, discuss the issue of centralized versus decentralized control and regulation in the context of sustainable development. The stability and resilience of complex technical, economic, societal and political systems are commonly assumed to be highly dependent on the effectiveness of sophisticated, mainly centralized regulation and control systems and governance structures, respectively. In nature, however, life is mainly self-regulated by widespread, mainly DNA-encoded control mechanisms. The fact that life has endured for more than 2.4 billion years suggests that, for man-made systems, decentralized control concepts are superior to centralized ones. The authors discuss benefits and drawbacks of both approaches to achieving sustainability, providing valuable information for students and professional decision makers alike.

Author : James Manor
Publisher : World Bank Publications
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : UOM:39015042983646

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The Political Economy of Democratic Decentralization by James Manor Pdf

Nearly all countries worldwide are now experimenting with decentralization. Their motivation are diverse. Many countries are decentralizing because they believe this can help stimulate economic growth or reduce rural poverty, goals central government interventions have failed to achieve. Some countries see it as a way to strengthen civil society and deepen democracy. Some perceive it as a way to off-load expensive responsibilities onto lower level governments. Thus, decentralization is seen as a solution to many different kinds of problems. This report examines the origins and implications decentralization from a political economy perspective, with a focus on its promise and limitations. It explores why countries have often chosen not to decentralize, even when evidence suggests that doing so would be in the interests of the government. It seeks to explain why since the early 1980s many countries have undertaken some form of decentralization. This report also evaluates the evidence to understand where decentralization has considerable promise and where it does not. It identifies conditions needed for decentralization to succeed. It identifies the ways in which decentralization can promote rural development. And it names the goals which decentralization will probably not help achieve.

Author : G. Shabbir Cheema,Dennis A. Rondinelli
Publisher : Brookings Institution Press
Page : 338 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2007-08-01
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780815713906

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Decentralizing Governance by G. Shabbir Cheema,Dennis A. Rondinelli Pdf

The trend toward greater decentralization of governance activities, now accepted as commonplace in the West, has become a worldwide movement. This international development—largely a product of globalization and democratization—is clearly one of the key factors reshaping economic, political, and social conditions throughout the world. Rather than the top-down, centralized decisionmaking that characterized communist economies and Third World dictatorships in the twentieth century, today's world demands flexibility, adaptability, and the autonomy to bring those qualities to bear. In this thought-provoking book, the first in a new series on Innovations in Governance, experts in government and public management trace the evolution and performance of decentralization concepts, from the transfer of authority within government to the sharing of power, authority, and responsibilities among broader governance institutions. This movement is not limited to national government—it also affects subnational governments, NGOs, private corporations, and even civil associations. The contributors assess the emerging concepts of decentralization (e.g., devolution, empowerment, capacity building, and democratic governance). They detail the factors driving the movement, including political changes such as the fall of the Iron Curtain and the ascendance of democracy; economic factors such as globalization and outsourcing; and technological advances (e.g. increased information technology and electronic commerce). Their analysis covers many different contexts and regions. For example, William Ascher of Claremont McKenna College chronicles how decentralization concepts are playing out in natural resources policy, while Kadmeil Wekwete (United Nations) outlines the specific challenges to decentralizing governance in sub-Saharan Africa. In each case, contributors explore the objectives of a decentralizing strategy as well as the benefits and difficulties that will likely result.

Author : Edward B. Fiske
Publisher : World Bank Publications
Page : 52 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 1996-01-01
Category : Education
ISBN : 0821337238

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Decentralization of Education by Edward B. Fiske Pdf

This book identifies and examines the political dimensions of decentralization. Decentralization programs vary from country to country, but there are common threads and fundamental questions in all situations. The book covers the following themes and topics: (1) a case study of school decentralization in Colombia over a period of more than two decades; (2) why decentralization is political; (3) why countries decentralize; (4) what decentralization accomplishes; (5) the importance of developing consensus; and (6) how to begin building consensus. (Contains 32 references.) (EH)

Author : Jean-Paul Faguet,Caroline Pöschl
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780198737506

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Is Decentralization Good for Development? by Jean-Paul Faguet,Caroline Pöschl Pdf

"This book is a product of the Initiative for Policy Dialogue's Decentralization Task Force, and was first conceived at a conference held at Columbia University in New York in 2009"--Page vii.

Author : Jesse Craig Ribot
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 156 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Conservation of natural resources
ISBN : MINN:31951D02188509E

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Waiting for Democracy by Jesse Craig Ribot Pdf

References pp. 115-132.

Author : United Cities and Local Governments (UCLG)
Publisher : World Bank Publications
Page : 348 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2008-11-04
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 0821377353

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Decentralization and Local Democracy in the World by United Cities and Local Governments (UCLG) Pdf

'Decentralization and Local Democracy in the World' constitutes a global reference on decentralization by presenting the contemporary situation of local governments in all regions of the world. The report analyzes local authorities in each continent under three main themes: the evolution of territorial structures; responsibilities and power, management and finances; and local democracy. An additional chapter is dedicated to the governance of large metropolises, where rapid growth presents major challenges, in particular in the fast-developing countries of the South. This report also offers a comparative overview of the different realities concerning the state of decentralization, and how the basic indispensable mechansims for local democracy do, or do not exist in come countries. Relationships between the state and local authorities are evolving toward innovative forms of cooperation. In this context, the role of local authorities in the development of global policies is increasingly recognized. The first Global Observatory on Local Democracy and Decentralization (GOLD) Report is one of the main products of United Cities and Local Governments (UCLG). The GOLD Report is the first of what will be a triennial publication. UCLG represents and defends the interests of local governments on the world stage, regardless of the size of the communities they serve. Headquartered in Barcelona, the organization's stated mission is: To be the united voice and world advocate of democratic local self-government, promoting its values, objectives and interests, through cooperation between local governments, and within the wider international community.

Author : National Intelligence Council
Publisher : Cosimo Reports
Page : 158 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2021-03
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1646794974

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Global Trends 2040 by National Intelligence Council Pdf

"The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic marks the most significant, singular global disruption since World War II, with health, economic, political, and security implications that will ripple for years to come." -Global Trends 2040 (2021) Global Trends 2040-A More Contested World (2021), released by the US National Intelligence Council, is the latest report in its series of reports starting in 1997 about megatrends and the world's future. This report, strongly influenced by the COVID-19 pandemic, paints a bleak picture of the future and describes a contested, fragmented and turbulent world. It specifically discusses the four main trends that will shape tomorrow's world: - Demographics-by 2040, 1.4 billion people will be added mostly in Africa and South Asia. - Economics-increased government debt and concentrated economic power will escalate problems for the poor and middleclass. - Climate-a hotter world will increase water, food, and health insecurity. - Technology-the emergence of new technologies could both solve and cause problems for human life. Students of trends, policymakers, entrepreneurs, academics, journalists and anyone eager for a glimpse into the next decades, will find this report, with colored graphs, essential reading.

Author : Jennie Ilene Litvack,Junaid Ahmad,Richard Miller Bird
Publisher : World Bank Publications
Page : 52 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 1998-01-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 0821343505

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Rethinking Decentralization in Developing Countries by Jennie Ilene Litvack,Junaid Ahmad,Richard Miller Bird Pdf

In an effort to reduce poverty and improve nutrition, this Bank operation assisted the Indian program Operation Flood to develop the dairy industry in India. This study examines the policy changes instituted to support the aid flow to the dairy sector and discusses the lessons learned and benefits realized through improved dairy production. It also presents suggestions for improvement. This program differs from other Bank efforts in that it focuses on a single commodity to alleviate poverty and raise living standards.

Author : Vigen Arakelian,Philippe Wenger
Publisher : Springer
Page : 533 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2018-05-19
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783319789637

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ROMANSY 22 – Robot Design, Dynamics and Control by Vigen Arakelian,Philippe Wenger Pdf

This proceedings volume contains papers that have been selected after review for oral presentation at ROMANSY 2018, the 22nd CISM-IFToMM Symposium on Theory and Practice of Robots and Manipulators. These papers cover advances on several aspects of the wide field of Robotics as concerning Theory and Practice of Robots and Manipulators. ROMANSY 2018 is the 22nd event in a series that started in 1973 as one of the first conference activities in the world on Robotics. The first event was held at CISM (International Centre for Mechanical Science) in Udine, Italy on 5-8 September 1973. It was also the first topic conference of IFToMM (International Federation for the Promotion of Mechanism and Machine Science) and it was directed not only to the IFToMM community.

Author : Remy Prud'homme
Publisher : World Bank Publications
Page : 43 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Central-local government relations
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Dangers of Decentralization by Remy Prud'homme Pdf

Demand for decentralization is strong in most parts of the world. This close look at the negative side effects of improperly appled decentralization is not an attack on decentralization but an effort to prevent its misapplication -- and to promote fuller understanding and wiser use of this potentially desirable policy.

Author : Shahid Javed Burki,Guillermo Perry,William R. Dillinger
Publisher : World Bank Publications
Page : 124 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 1999-01-01
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 0821345214

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Beyond the Center by Shahid Javed Burki,Guillermo Perry,William R. Dillinger Pdf

Annotation This report examines the impact of decentralization and its effect on the efficiency of public services, on equity, and on macroeconomic stability.

Author : Taghipour, Atour
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 254 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2021-06-18
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781799868767

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Digitalization of Decentralized Supply Chains During Global Crises by Taghipour, Atour Pdf

During global crises, apart from humanitarian concerns, at the economic level, supply chains around the world can be impacted. These crises can cause huge uncertainties in both the supply and demand parts of supply chains. On one side, the demand for some products and services can be reduced. On the other side, manufacturers around the world are facing shortages of supplies of raw materials and parts because of interruptions in production, disruptions to transportation, and labor shortages. In this context, organizations start to re-examine their production and service systems based on digitization of operations to not only mitigate the risk but also to build a resilient supply chain while continuing to reduce costs and maximize profits. The question that can be asked is how the decentralized supply chains can integrate new technologies to compete in a risky environment in global crises. Digitalization of Decentralized Supply Chains During Global Crises provides new approaches of digitalization of decentralized supply chains and industries to help researchers, educators, consultants, and practitioners deal with global crises and improve the global performance of supply chains. Important topics covered include blockchain, internet of things, 3D technologies, and Industry 4.0 technologies within the context of digital supply chains. This book is important for supply chain managers, manufacturers, producers, logistics personnel, economists, practitioners, stakeholders, researchers, academicians, and students.

Author : Dennis A. Rondinelli
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 1984
Category : Decentralization in government
ISBN : 0821302353

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World Bank Staff Working Paper by Dennis A. Rondinelli Pdf

Author : Moira Moeliono,Eva Wollenberg,Godwin Limberg
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2012-05-31
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781136554414

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The Decentralization of Forest Governance by Moira Moeliono,Eva Wollenberg,Godwin Limberg Pdf

'This book provides an excellent overview of more than a decade of transformation in a forest landscape where the interests of local people, extractive industries and globally important biodiversity are in conflict. The studies assembled here teach us that plans and strategies are fine but, in the real world of the forest frontier, conservation must be based upon negotiation, social learning and an ability to muddle through.' Jeffrey Sayer, senior scientific adviser, Forest Conservation Programme IUCN - International Union for of Nature The devolution of control over the world's forests from national or state and provincial level governments to local control is an ongoing global trend that deeply affects all aspects of forest management, conservation of biodiversity, control over resources, wealth distribution and livelihoods. This powerful new book from leading experts provides an in-depth account of how trends towards increased local governance are shifting control over natural resource management from the state to local societies, and the implications of this control for social justice and the environment. The book is based on ten years of work by a team of researchers in Malinau, Indonesian Borneo, one of the world's richest forest areas. The first part of the book sets the larger context of decentralization's impact on power struggles between the state and society. The authors then cover in detail how the devolution process has occurred in Malinau, the policy context, struggles and conflicts and how Malinau has organized itself. The third part of the book looks at the broader issues of property relations, conflict, local governance and political participation associated with decentralization in Malinau. Importantly, it draws out the salient points for other international contexts including the important determination that 'local political alliances', especially among ethnic minorities, are taking on greater prominence and creating new opportunities to influence forest policy in the world's richest forests from the ground up. This is top-level research for academics and professionals working on forestry, natural resource management, policy and resource economics worldwide. Published with CIFOR