... view, social capital perspective, agency theory and transaction cost economics. Design/methodology/approach This study examines the role of 3PLs in four supply chain triads, using the case study approach. Sources of evidence include interviews and secondary data. Findings The 3PL had different...

... on agency theory as a theoretical lens and aerospace industry data, this research contributes by addressing the supplier’s perspective and linking its operational efficiency performance with its chosen supply relationship configuration. Suppliers need to understand the performance implications...

.../approach The study utilises a conceptual theory development approach. In doing so, it utilises key tenets of agency theory that are applied in a multi-principal–supplier relationship context and synthesised in a series of propositions. Findings The study shows that MNCs have a variety of mechanisms...