Governing through Standards

Discover the insightful analysis of governance in Stefano Ponte's Governing through Standards, published by Palgrave Macmillan in 2011. This hardback edition spans 315 pages and explores the pivotal role of standards as governance tools in various sectors. Ponte meticulously traces the historical evolution of standards, revealing their emerging forms and functions in critical areas such as industrial and organizational quality, the financial sector, environmental management, and labor relations. This book is essential for anyone interested in understanding how performance standards shape public administration and influence government practices. Dive into the intricate relationship between standards and governance, and uncover the implications for business and economics today.