Inter-organizational communication as a relational competency: antecedents and performance outcomes in collaborative buyer-supplier relationships

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A study was conducted to investigate the performance outcomes and antecedents of inter-organizational communication. A sample of over 200 firms in the United States is used to test a number of hypothesized relationships. Findings support the notion that inter-organizational communication is a relational competency that enhances suppliers' and buyers' performance.

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Towards a theory of supply chain management: the constructs and measurements

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Study is conducted to identify and combine several supply chain initiatives and factors to develop key supply chain management (SCM). The result of the study are a set of reliable, valid and unidimensional measurements that can be used to extend conceptualization and measurements paving the way for theory building in SCM.

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Strategic purchasing supply management and firm performance

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Strategic purchasing in a supply chain management environment reportedly has an active effect on the corporate planning process. Besides, it can also promote closer working relations with the suppliers.

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