International operations strategy: current efforts and future directions

Abstract

In an intensely competitive global marketplace reshaped by the opening of new markets, the study of international operations strategy (IOS) is becoming increasingly important. This paper undertakes a comprehensive review of the IOS literature from 31 well‐regarded operations management and broad management journals over a 12‐year period from 1986 through 1997. It presents the findings and issues addressed in the research. It explores the trend in IOS publications and presents a breakdown of this literature based on its country‐ and region‐specific focus. It examines the mix of authorship of IOS research, the methodologies employed, and discusses future directions for IOS research.

Citation

Prasad, S., Babbar, S. and Motwani, J. (2001), "International operations strategy: current efforts and future directions", International Journal of Operations & Production Management, Vol. 21 No. 5/6, pp. 645-665. https://doi.org/10.1108/01443570110390381