...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...

... the emergence of the Internet. The degree of synchronization, independence and autonomy of each organization‐member in a partnership alliance in virtual markets, influences the selection of methodologies for data, application and process integration (Folinas et al., 2001). The integration platform...

... success factors. Since 1989, numerous studies have documented key ingredients of effective logistics partnerships. Some of these studies focused on logistics partnerships in general, while others targeted specific types of relationships (e.g. shipper‐carrier alliances). A brief chronological review...

...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...

... get to the buyer in time, the contract is violated. Both parties are willing but one is unable to fulfil the obligation. © MCB UP Limited 1997 Alliances Logistics Organizational theory Psychology Supplier relations The study of organizational justice can shed light...

...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...