Social cross-functional vendor selection in technologically uncertain sourcing situations
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چکیده
Based on an in-depth case study of automotive manufacturer sourcing parts for high technology projects, this investigates the intentions and structure socialization within between firms during supplier selection process in technologically uncertain situations. Here, we aim to answer question how can hedge against levels uncertainty manufacturers selecting suppliers resources. The represents a major Northern Europe, is based 38 semi-structured interviews with representatives different functions involved new development projects. Our data suggest that internal external improve alignment problem solving, familiarity towards task. In context, took place functional, cross-functional, (inter)corporate levels, higher functional autonomy assessment, cross-functional integration negotiations decision making, adding debate whether should be integrated or separated.
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ژورنال
عنوان ژورنال: Journal of Engineering and Technology Management
سال: 2022
ISSN: ['1879-1719', '0923-4748']
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jengtecman.2022.101696