Journal article
Knowledge capabilities in supply chain networks: a taxonomy
Journal of Knowledge Management, Vol.24(3), pp.655-674
2020
Abstract
Purpose: This paper aims to develop a conceptual taxonomy for building requisite knowledge capabilities for different supply chain network (SCN) types. Specifically, it examines knowledge capabilities required for three types of SCNs: efficient, collaborative and agile SCNs. Design/methodology/approach: This paper integrates two bodies of thought (i.e. knowledge management and organisational learning) and applies them to SCNs. An abductive research process is used to develop this conceptual taxonomy. Findings: The conceptual taxonomy details three archetypical knowledge capabilities - exploitation, exploration and ambidextrous. Those knowledge capabilities are required for efficient, collaborative and agile SCNs, respectively. Research limitations/implications: This paper is conceptual and theory-based. The next stages of the research seek to further strengthen the explanatory value of the taxonomy through empirical validation. Practical implications: The taxonomy developed in this paper provides a valuable and pragmatic tool for managerial decision-making in the context of SCNs. Specifically, it provides a roadmap for practitioners since the study develops an understanding of the relationship between knowledge capabilities and types of SCNs. Originality/value: This is one of the earliest studies that attempt to unearth requisite knowledge capabilities for different types of SCNs.
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- Title
- Knowledge capabilities in supply chain networks: a taxonomy
- Authors
- Robert Ogulin (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast - USC Business SchoolGustavo Guzman (Author) - Griffith UniversitySubasinghage Maduka Nuwangi (Author) - Auckland University of Technology, New Zealand
- Publication details
- Journal of Knowledge Management, Vol.24(3), pp.655-674
- Publisher
- Emerald Group Publishing Ltd.
- Date published
- 2020
- DOI
- 10.1108/JKM-06-2019-0266
- ISSN
- 1367-3270
- Organisation Unit
- University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland; USC Business School - Legacy
- Language
- English
- Record Identifier
- 99450829602621
- Output Type
- Journal article
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