Lecture 10

Question 1

bright side transnational networks

Answer 1

network between transnational advocacy groups promoting human rights (can optimize for efficiency and information flow)

Question 2

dark side transnational networks

Answer 2

i.e. mafia (covert networks)

Question 3

efficiency-security trade-off

Answer 3

maximizing security as well as efficiency. covert networks face constant struggle between keeping the network hidden and actively using it to accomplish objectives. ensuring trust and security within risky collaborative settings.

Question 4

terrorist organizations

Answer 4

• ideologically driven
• long time-to-task
• stronger focus on security
• weaker core

Question 5

criminal organizations

Answer 5

• driven by monetary gain
• short time-to-task
• stronger focus on efficiency & flexibility
• stronger core