Last week, I opened a newsletter that hit me with a concept that immediately clicked—and not just because I’ve worked in SaaS. The article, written by Isaac Peiris, dives into a core idea from product strategy called Time to Value (TTV)—the amount of time it
Networking and collaboration are often heralded as essential strategies for strengthening social impact. However, for small nonprofits and grassroots organizations, participation in these partnerships can impose significant burdens—diverting time and resources away from their mission-critical work. Larger institutions, while well-resourced to engage in networking efforts,
Network density is a powerful measure in social network analysis that reveals the level of connection between members within a network. By understanding network density, organizations can assess how deeply and broadly members are collaborating, which can provide insight into both strengths and gaps in
In today’s interconnected world, organizations and communities often discover that traditional hierarchical approaches fall short when tackling complex challenges. As issues become more intricate and stakeholders more diverse, there’s an increasing need for strategies that emphasize collaboration, interdependence, and shared resources. This is where network
Community networks are essential in tackling wide-ranging societal challenges such as public health, education, equity, and environmental sustainability. These networks, which comprise individuals, organizations, and stakeholders, collaborate to spearhead change and implement solutions. In this article, we’ll introduce some important actionable insights from network science
By leveraging network science to map, analyze, and optimize community connections, PARTNER CPRM enables organizations to make informed decisions, strategize effectively, and foster stronger networks. Here, we spotlight five success stories that exemplify how public health professionals are using PARTNER CPRM to drive meaningful change.
The concept of ecosystem thinking and strategies continues to spread among social impact professionals. As such, it’s helpful to revisit the roots of this exciting new way of thinking. While there are differences between for-profit and non-profit approaches toward ecosystem-building strategies, there are also many
Network science offers powerful insights into how organizations can work together to address intricate social and environmental issues. One particularly powerful structure is the hub-and-spoke network model. Often used in contexts ranging from transportation to communication systems, this model can also be applied in an
A Network Science Brief from Visible Network Labs When conducting a social network analysis or using PARTNER CPRM, you have the opportunity to collect more useful descriptive data about your partners with network member attributes. These are characteristics or demographics of the organizations that make
A Network Science Brief from Visible Network Labs Our clients often ask us, ‘how often should we be surveying our network and conducting follow-up evaluations?’ While we wish there was a simple answer to this question, in reality, it depends on your unique context and
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