A narrative networks approach to understanding coordination practices in emergency response

Authors:
Panos Constantinides;Michael Barrett
Affiliations:
Business School, Frederick University, Cyprus;Judge Business School, Cambridge CB2 1AG, UK
Venue:
Information and Organization
Year:
2012

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Abstract

This paper examines coordination practices in emergency response by adopting a narrative networks approach (Pentland & Feldman, 2007). We apply this approach in the analysis of qualitative data collected in an empirical longitudinal study (2003-2006) of emergency response across a geographical region of Greece. We provide an in-depth narrative analysis of two different emergency incidents and the efforts to coordinate those. The paper concludes with the implications of using a narrative networks approach for understanding the temporal and situated nature of coordination, while placing emphasis on the performativity of coordination practices.