Towards a theoretical foundation of supply network interdependence and technology‐enabled coordination strategies
International Journal of Physical Distribution & Logistics Management
ISSN: 0960-0035
Article publication date: 1 February 2008
Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of the paper is to provide a conceptual/theoretical foundation to enhance the body of knowledge related to supply chain interdependence and technology‐enabled coordination.
Design/methodology/approach
The paper heavily engaged itself in the theory/literature related to coordination theory, interdependence theory, interdependence, coordination and supply chain technologies to formulate the theoretical propositions.
Findings
From the literature/theoretical bases, the paper derived a total (include sub‐components) of eight theoretical propositions related to interdependence, coordination and technology enablers.
Research limitations/implications
While technology enabled‐coordination is central to supply chain management, there is a lack of a prescriptive view present in the literature. By deriving insights from the rich literature related to coordination theory and interdependence theory, we provide a theoretical foundation for future research to enhance the body of knowledge related to the systematic application of technology to foster the appropriate coordination strategy.
Practical implications
Although empirical support is warranted, the proposed concepts related to technology‐enabled coordination offer pragmatic advice to managers.
Originality/value
The paper provides a theoretical foundation for future research to enhance the body of knowledge related to the systematic application of technology to foster the appropriate coordination strategies.
Keywords
Citation
Skipper, J.B., Craighead, C.W., Byrd, T.A. and Kelly Rainer, R. (2008), "Towards a theoretical foundation of supply network interdependence and technology‐enabled coordination strategies", International Journal of Physical Distribution & Logistics Management, Vol. 38 No. 1, pp. 39-56. https://doi.org/10.1108/09600030810857201
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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