...Mats B. Klint; Ulf Sjöberg This paper is focused on the elaboration of a comprehensive model for the analysis and understanding of strategic networks/alliances, by using the classic: structure‐conduct‐performance‐paradigm. The intention in developing such a comprehensive model is to identify...

... will create and establish new forms of collaboration, and will have a serious impact on economy and society. © MCB UP Limited 2003 Partnerships Alliances Virtual organizations Integration Information and communication technology and business partnerships in virtual dynamic concepts...

... to their partners. This study examines the similarities and differences with the rankings of factors between shipper and carrier groups. Furthermore, the results highlight the various levels of satisfaction between the two groups. © MCB UP Limited 2002 Shipping Transport partnering Alliances Success...

...Lisa R. Williams; Terry L. Esper; John Ozment The advent of the Internet and electronic communications has enabled companies to be more responsive to their customers. However, the same technological advancements are changing the marketplace and providing an impetus for changes in strategic alliance...

...George A. Zsidisin; Lisa M. Ellram Many firms have experienced significant benefits from engaging in supplier alliances. However, alliance relationships do not evolve in isolation. Support factors for supplier alliances include purchasing’s accountability for their actions, the use of information...

...Rohit Bhatnagar; S. Viswanathan During the 1990s, globalization and time‐based competition have emerged as important business strategies leading to renewed emphasis on the logistics function. This has opened up opportunities for strategic alliances between manufacturing firms and specialized...

...Kevin R. Moore; William A. Cunningham Examines social exchange behavior in logistics alliance and transactional relationships. Based on data collected through a mail survey of shippers that established logistics relationships with various types of third parties, the results suggest that both...

... possible solutions. © MCB UP Limited 1997 Alliances Logistics Organizational theory Psychology Supplier relations Strategic supplier partnering (SSP) represents an increasingly popular way for buyers and sellers to do business. Defined as a co‐operative and collaborative way in which...

...L. Milton Glisson; William A. Cunningham; James R. Harris; Janet Di Lorenzo‐Aiss Describes the increasing use of strategic alliances in the international market by US domestic airlines. Gives specific examples. Delineates the policy issues and alternatives available to the US Department...

...Martha C. Cooper; John T. Gardner Suggests that the concepts of partnerships and strategic alliances are increasingly emphasized in literature and “real life”,which might lead managers to believe that partnership‐style relationships, as opposed to arm′s length relationships, are necessary...

..., understanding and influencing the patterns which industrial buyer‐seller partnerships may follow. © MCB UP Limited 1991 Alliances Buyers Case studies Supplier relations 12 IJPD & LM 21,9 A n understanding of the partnership phenomenon is important to business people wishing to establish...