Strategic Technology Partnering and Supply Chain Risk Management

Inhaltsverzeichnis

1. Frontmatter

2. Summary of the research

   1. Frontmatter

   2. Chapter 1. Introduction

      Irène Kilubi

      Abstract

      Modern literature has emphasised the significance of innovation, with “open and closed innovation” (Chesbrough, 2003), and supplier-led innovation (Narasimhan and Narayanan, 2013) being key aspects within supply networks highlighting the need to work in tandem with suppliers. Stakeholders appreciate the need for exploration and exploitation, which helps to perceive how suppliers and supply chain (SC) networks are contributing to commercialisation. Innovation concepts in the operations management (OM) and supply chain management (SCM) context are evolving, drawing on organisational learning theory, knowledge management, network theory, absorptive capacity, social exchange theory, etc.

   3. Chapter 2. Theoretical foundations

      Irène Kilubi

      Abstract

      The difficulties and disturbances being part of the SC are managed through the creative ability of an organisation. It must be able to implement long–term solutions to risks and react quickly in the process of solving issues (Mitroff and Alpaslan, 2003) to continue with their value offerings in an efficient manner (Ketchen and Hult, 2007). It is highly risky to carry out technological innovation when there are only a few products that prove to be promising ideas and finally reach the market as services or products for the customers (Hagedoorn and Duysters, 2002).

   4. Chapter 3. Methodological approach

      Irène Kilubi

      Abstract

      The ability of SCM to promote knowledge is limited due to our lack of conceptual research; thus, well-implemented conceptual analysis can provide us with the chance to come up and face practical issues rather than staying aloof (Fawcett et al., 2011). Conceptualisation involves abstract thinking and includes the mental representation of an idea. Conceptualisation comes from the Late Latin conceptus and Medieval Latin word conceptuālis which means a thought that is only present in the mind and is distinct from the embodiment (American Heritage Dictionary, 2011).

   5. Chapter 4. Study findings and results

      Irène Kilubi

      Abstract

      In the following, we will present the major findings from our research study for each topic separately (Chapter II to Chapter VI). However, in Chapter 5 of the summary of the research we will elaborate the implications and the contributions of our findings on research relating to SCRM and STP in conjunction.

   6. Chapter 5. Conclusion and final statement

      Irène Kilubi

      Abstract

      With this investigation, we aimed at answering the following main research question: How can the integration of STP and SCRM effectively be used to manage successfully supply chain risks? To respond to this question, we initially worked out the state of the art SCRM and STP by conducting a bibliometric analysis, frequency analysis, two SLRs, and conceptual theory building. The direct impact of SCRs on performance may be explained by the rising predominance of high complexity and volatility in SCs. SCRM should be deliberately planned and tenaciously kept up to prevent harms for an organisation (Brandman, 2002).

3. Investigating current paradigms in supply chain riskmanagement – a bibliometric study

   1. Frontmatter

   2. Chapter 6. Introduction

      Irène Kilubi

      Abstract

      Supply chain risks (SCRs) appear to be a major problem as unsettled economic environments. High volatility in supply and demand, coupled with rapid technological changes, and unforeseeable disturbances, are common issues these days (e.g. Barry, 2004; Christopher and Holweg 2011; Tang and Tomlin, 2008; Waters, 2007). Judging by the increased number of articles published in scientific journals and germane trade periodicals, supply chain risk management (SCRM) is an area of growing importance (Chopra and Sodhi, 2004; Trkman and McCormack, 2009; Wieland and Wallenburg, 2013).

   3. Chapter 7. Methodological background of the research

      Irène Kilubi

      Abstract

      One trend is apparent: an increasing number of academic researchers have dedicated their attention to bibliometric studies as an efficient way to evaluate the advance of management disciplines evolving from their juvenile stages. “Scholars devote significant effort to make sense of what has already been done, capture key lessons learned from the past, and identify directions for the future” (Zahra and Sharma, 2004, p. 332).

   4. Chapter 8. Research methodology and data collection

      Irène Kilubi

      Abstract

      The general process for co–citation analysis adopted in this research follows a six–step approach (cf. Figure II-1): (1) selection of the database that contains bibliometric data and the journals to be included in the analysis, (2) identification of the most relevant work within the area of study by using articles as unit of analysis, (3) compilation of raw co–citation matrix to calculate similarity between pairs of referencing articles, using co–citation counts, (4) multivariate statistical analysis of the co–citation matrix using multidimensional scaling (MDS), cluster analysis, and factor analysis, (5) output preparation by using visualisations, and (6) use of the resulting visualisation for discussion and evaluation (Boyack and Klavans, 2010; Chabowski et al., 2013; Zupic and Cater, 2014). Once the results are at hand, the analysed articles are allocated to the different paradigms identified.

   5. Chapter 9. Results and discussion of the multivariate analysis

      Irène Kilubi

      Zusammenfassung

      SPSS’s PROXSCAL procedure was used to execute metric multidimensional scaling on the co–citation matrix. According to conventional practice in bibliometric analysis regarding the importance of network modelling, we used a stress rate of 0.10 or lower as a guiding value for an appropriate model fit (Ramos–Rodriguez and Ruiz–Navarro, 2004). The stress index is a measure that symbolises the discrepancy between the plotted distances as opposed to the original closeness matrix; thus, a lower stress index directs to a more appropriate fit (Charvet et al., 2007).

   6. Chapter 10. Conclusion and implications

      Irène Kilubi

      Abstract

      Several conclusions and implications may be extracted as a result of the conducted analysis. Moreover, this research opens the door for further research endeavors. Accordingly, the subsequent conclusions and implications respond to the research objectives mentioned at the beginning of this paper.

   7. Chapter 11. Limitations and future research

      Irène Kilubi

      Abstract

      With this paper, the latent structure fundamental to the SCRM literature was explored. The assumptions for the current investigation are that: (1) research on SCRM is a foundation for the understanding of risks inherent network environments, and (2) bibliometric methods provide an appropriate device for analysing the intellectual structure of a given literature. Co–citation analysis is especially enlightening in diagramming out the intellectual structure and research streams of connected colleges (i.e. the existence of an invisible school of thought) in the SCRM research.

4. 26 years of strategic technology partnering: Investigatingtrends, patterns and future prospects in research throughfrequency analysis

   1. Frontmatter

   2. Chapter 12. Introduction

      Irène Kilubi

      Abstract

      Collaborating is deemed of paramount importance to deal with environmental uncertainty (Dogsen, 1993; Eden et al., 2008; Vilkamo and Keil, 2003). Facing fast technological changes and global competition, inter–organisational collaborations have become increasingly important for firms to enhance their competitiveness. Particularly, inter–organisational partnerships are critical for a firm’s innovativeness when firms lack sufficient internal research and development (R&D) resources (Smith and Sharif, 2007; Un et al., 2010). Hence, R&D partnerships have become a standard mechanism for safeguarding and exploiting technological proficiencies (Oxley and Sampson, 2004; Schulze et al., 2014).

   3. Chapter 13. Methodology and analysis of the reviewed literature

      Irène Kilubi

      Abstract

      A comprehensive review on STP was conducted incorporating papers published over a 26–year period in multiple management disciplines. The analysis is inspired by the general methodology of systematic reviews (cf. Denyer and Neely 2004; Kilubi, 2015; Meier, 2011; Mulrow et al. 2001; Walker, 2010). In contrast to the conventional literature reviews, a systematic review research method, as adopted in the present paper, removes the subjectivity of collecting data by employing a predefined selection algorithm (Crossan and Aypadin, 2010).

   4. Chapter 14. Study findings

      Irène Kilubi

      Abstract

      The sample of 57 selected journals in this SLR was published in 22 interdisciplinary academic journals. In detail, 15 of the selected journals are included in the top 50 of most cited technology innovation management journals as ascertained by Linton and Thongpapanl (2004). Moreover, eight of the journals are among the 45 used by the Financial Times for ranking global business schools (FT.com, 2010).

   5. Chapter 15. Discussion

      Irène Kilubi

      Abstract

      More than 70 per cent (41 out of 57) of the reviewed papers were published between 1999 and 2008. The fact that the number of publications started to decrease at the beginning of 2008 may have resulted from the global economic crisis that had started in 2007.

   6. Chapter 16. Conclusion

      Irène Kilubi

      Abstract

      We conducted frequency analysis based on a systematic literature review on STP following the suggestions of Denyer and Tranfield (2009), as well as Macpherson and Jones (2010) that methodological rigor of literature reviews should be strengthened.

   7. Chapter 17. Theoretical implications and future research

      Irène Kilubi

      Abstract

      Even though predicated on a literature review, the analysis should suggest some implications for further investigation. Future studies in this field will be necessary to progress our in-depth knowledge of the STP phenomenon. To begin with, we wish to emphasise the value of performing multi–level studies that involve the individual or organisation, industry/market, and network level at the same time.