The Coordination Dimensions Scale: A Tool to Assess Interorganizational Relationships

Authors

Stanley Blostein, Ohio State University

Abstract

This article describes a tool--the Coordination Dimensions Scale (CDS)--for use by human service organizations in assessing the viability of a coordinated relationship. A working definition of coordination is presented, followed by a description of the components of coordination: types, structural forms, medium, and auspices. Based on this framework, the writer presents fifteen Dimensions of coordination, each of which is placed ol a scale-- the total is the CDS Score--which can be used to provide structure to the decision-making process. Suggestions are made for use of the CDS in assessing an existing or proposed coordinated relationship.

Recommended Citation

Blostein, Stanley (1983) "The Coordination Dimensions Scale: A Tool to Assess Interorganizational Relationships," The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare: Vol. 10: Iss. 3, Article 6.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.15453/0191-5096.1614
Available at: https://scholarworks.wmich.edu/jssw/vol10/iss3/6