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Partner selection decisions in interfirm collaborations : the paradox of relational embeddedness

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Meuleman, Miguel, Lockett, Andy, Manigart, Sophie and Wright, Mike (2010) Partner selection decisions in interfirm collaborations : the paradox of relational embeddedness. Journal of Management Studies, Vol.47 (No.6). pp. 995-1019. doi:10.1111/j.1467-6486.2009.00897.x

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Abstract

By combining insights from relational network theory and agency theory we identify the boundary conditions to the embeddedness approach to partner selection decisions in interfirm collaborations. Employing a longitudinal dataset comprising the investment syndicates for the population of UK management buyouts between 1993 and 2003, we find that relational embeddedness is less important for selecting partners when agency risks are low, allowing firms to expand their networks. Furthermore, reputational capital may act as a partial substitute for relational embeddedness, again permitting firms to expand their networks. Our findings enhance understanding of the boundary conditions associated with the relational network approach to partner selections and network behaviour.

Item Type: Journal Article
Subjects: H Social Sciences > HF Commerce
Divisions: Faculty of Social Sciences > Warwick Business School > Centre for Small & Medium-Sized Enterprises
Faculty of Social Sciences > Warwick Business School > Entrepreneurship, Innovation & Management
Faculty of Social Sciences > Warwick Business School
Journal or Publication Title: Journal of Management Studies
Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell Publishing Ltd.
ISSN: 0022-2380
Official Date: September 2010
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September 2010Published
Volume: Vol.47
Number: No.6
Number of Pages: 25
Page Range: pp. 995-1019
DOI: 10.1111/j.1467-6486.2009.00897.x
Status: Peer Reviewed
Publication Status: Published
Access rights to Published version: Restricted or Subscription Access

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