TY  - JOUR
AB  - This paper explores the use of inter‐organisational systems (IOS) and the impact they have on flexibility. The experiences of ten organisations that constitute two value chains enrich and extend previous survey findings. The paper first defines flexibility, arguing that it has four dimensions: temporal, range, intention and focus. It then investigates inter‐organisational systems, assessing how they impact on organisational flexibility. The paper also demonstrates how the case firms perceive flexibility. Next the types of IOS used are outlined, followed by a discussion on how IOS technology affects flexibility. An analysis of the impact of IOS on the flexibility of the complete value chain is presented and conclusions drawn.
VL  - 1
IS  - 3
SN  - 1465-4652
DO  - 10.1108/14654659910296544
UR  - https://doi.org/10.1108/14654659910296544
AU  - Golden William
AU  - Powell Philip
PY  - 1999
Y1  - 1999/01/01
TI  - Exploring inter‐organisational systems and flexibility in Ireland: a case of two value chains
T2  - International Journal of Agile Management Systems
PB  - MCB UP Ltd
SP  - 169
EP  - 176
Y2  - 2024/09/20
ER  -