Because of its central position , the strategic center firm is the foundation for the strategic network's structure. Concerned with various aspects of organizational structure , such as formal reporting relationships and procedures , the strategic center firm manages what are often complex , cooperative interactions among network partners. To perform the tasks discussed next , the strategic center firm must make sure that incentives for participating in the network are aligned so that network firms continue to have a reason to remain connected. The strategic center firm is engaged in four primary tasks as it manages the strategic network and controls its operations.