Why are some local governments more successful than others in managing resources and delivering services? And even more vitally, how can malfunctioning governments be reformed so that they perform their responsibilities more effectively? This article contributes to our understanding of theses...

This note, summarizing the analysis and recommendations of an upcoming CPR Working Paper of the same title, looks at issues related to financing modalities and aid management arrangements in post-conflict situations. It makes a number of recommendations based on a review of several recent case...

chapter 1 The essence of strategy: Key components -- chapter 2 Some traditional strategy typologies -- chapter 3 30 Ps for perspectives on strategy: Toward strategic-style flexibility -- chapter 4 The strategy forest -- chapter 5 Where there's a will, there's a way: All-powerful optimists --...