Transition management strategies of confiscated mafia-type firms: the role of public administrations and nonprofit organizations

Purpose This study aims to investigate transition patterns originating from the confiscation of mafia-type firms, examining public administrations and nonprofit organizations' roles. Design/methodology/approach investigates case “Calcestruzzi Ericina Libera,” a firm located in Sicily confiscated Mafia 1996. The analysis covers an extended period (approximately 25 years). Findings empirical documents pivotal role informal networks, comprising organizations. Confiscation processes are successful if management strategies governed through network collaborative approach is followed after support firm. Originality/value Mafia-type firms have been examined academically different perspectives, but few studies focused on steps taken their confiscation.