Kotula, M (2013) Development of a risk-oriented strategic sourcing (ROSS) framework for the construction and electronics manufacturing industries. PhD thesis, Aston University, UK.
Abstract
Strategic sourcing has increased in importance in recent years, and now plays an important role in companies? planning. The current volatility in supply markets means companies face multiple challenges involving lock-in situations, supplier bankruptcies or supply security issues. In addition, their exposure can increase due to natural disasters, as witnessed recently in the form of bird flu, volcanic ash and tsunamis. Therefore, the primary focus of this study is risk management in the context of strategic sourcing. The study presents a literature review on sourcing based on the 15 years from 1998?2012, and considers 131 academic articles. The literature describes strategic sourcing as a strategic, holistic process in managing supplier relationships, with a long-term focus on adding value to the company and realising competitive advantage. Few studies discovered the real risk impact and status of risk management in strategic sourcing, and evaluation across countries and industries was limited, with the construction sector particularly under-researched. This methodology is founded on a qualitative study of twenty cases across Ger-many and the United Kingdom from the construction sector and electronics manufacturing ... (continues)
| Item Type: | Thesis (Doctoral) |
|---|---|
| Index terms: | methodology, exposure, construction sector, natural disaster, manufacturing industry, face, literature review, United Kingdom, risk impact, risk management, tsunami, strategic sourcing, markets, bankruptcy, competitive advantage, qualitative study |
| Subjects: | research methods, Geography, market analysis, environmental hazards, psychology, economic analysis, public and environmental health, sourcing strategies, industry analysis, risk assessment, research design and methodology, data analysis and analytics |
| Topics: | Research Practice, Business Strategy, Organizational Design, Geographical Context, Health and Safety, Sustainability, Risk Management, Supply Chain Management |
| Descriptive scope: | 4 PCTA |
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