Deconcentration In Ten Years: A Systematic Mapping Study

Abstract

Deconcentration is a widely studied topic in the field of urban development and governance, with a growing body of literature exploring its potential impact on development outcomes. The aim of this systematic mapping review is to identify the benefits and challenges in the field of deconcentration, and the impact on development outcomes. The review was conducted using the R program, a software environment for statistical computing and graphics. The findings of the review indicate that collaboration among countries in the field of deconcentration has several benefits, such as the ability to share resources and expertise, potential for more effective and efficient collaborations, and increased visibility and impact for the research being conducted. However, there are also challenges to be addressed, such as lack of capacity at lower levels of government, coordination problems, and accountability issues. Future research should aim to study the impact of deconcentration on specific development outcomes, and evaluate the effectiveness of deconcentration efforts through monitoring and evaluation. Beneficial to explore the role of technology in monitoring and evaluation of Deconcentration, and how it can enhance the effectiveness and transparency of these processes.