Integrating supply chain infrastructure and process to create joint value
International Journal of Physical Distribution & Logistics Management
ISSN: 0960-0035
Article publication date: 15 March 2011
Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to explore the structural and process integration mechanisms used by firms to form a hybrid mode of supply chain governance referred to as supply chain value integration (SCVI).
Design/methodology/approach
The authors employ a multi‐method approach, conducting depth interviews following the grand touring technique to develop the model, and survey methodology to test the model using partial least squares approach for structural path estimation.
Findings
SCVI is a multi‐dimensional concept comprised of two second‐order constructs, SCVI infrastructure and SCVI process, each comprised of three first‐order constructs, that lead to joint value creation and improved supply chain performance.
Practical implications
Dependent suppliers striving to compete on value creation can adopt bonding behavior by establishing an integrative infrastructure comprised of people, technology, and knowledge components, which balances the level of dependence and motivates the customer to engage in integrative processes.
Originality/value
The authors expand on previous models of integration by developing and testing a comprehensive multi‐dimensional theory of SCVI that explains the relationships between resource dependency theory, resource‐based view of the firm, and relational exchange theory.
Keywords
Citation
McCarthy‐Byrne, T.M. and Mentzer, J.T. (2011), "Integrating supply chain infrastructure and process to create joint value", International Journal of Physical Distribution & Logistics Management, Vol. 41 No. 2, pp. 135-161. https://doi.org/10.1108/09600031111118530
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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