A conceptual model of supply chain flexibility
Abstract
This paper presents an integrated conceptual model of supply chain flexibility. It examines flexibility classification schemes and the commonalities of flexibility typologies published in the literature to create a theoretical foundation for analyzing the components of supply chain flexibility. Even though there has been a tremendous amount of research on the topic of flexibility, most of it has been confined to intra‐firm flexibility concerns. As supply chain management goes beyond a firm’s boundaries, the flexibility strategies must also extend beyond the firm. This paper identifies the cross‐enterprise nature of supply chain flexibility and the need to improve flexibility measures across firms. Opportunities are identified for future cross‐functional research that builds on this theoretical foundation and leads to more effective formulation of supply chain strategies.
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Citation
Duclos, L.K., Vokurka, R.J. and Lummus, R.R. (2003), "A conceptual model of supply chain flexibility", Industrial Management & Data Systems, Vol. 103 No. 6, pp. 446-456. https://doi.org/10.1108/02635570310480015
Publisher
:MCB UP Ltd
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