Strategies for agility: an evolutionary and configurational approach
Abstract
Configurational theory can significantly enhance understanding of organisational strategy and diversity. Despite this, there have been limited efforts to examine the value and utility of configurational research as a method for realising manufacturing strategies. This paper introduces a strategic management framework based on configurational theory and an evolutionary classification method (cladistics). Focusing on agile manufacturing concepts, the framework provides a system for collecting and organising information on manufacturing routines and capabilities. This facilitates the processes of strategic analysis, strategic choice and strategic information.
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Citation
McCarthy, I. and Tsinopoulos, C. (2003), "Strategies for agility: an evolutionary and configurational approach", Integrated Manufacturing Systems, Vol. 14 No. 2, pp. 103-113. https://doi.org/10.1108/09576060310459401
Publisher
:MCB UP Ltd
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