The evolution of supply chain relationships: An interpretative framework based on the Italian inter-industry experience |
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Institution: | 1. ORMS Group, Warwick Business School, University of Warwick, Coventry CV4 7AL, United Kingdom;2. Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Information Technology, Delft University, PO Box 5031, 2600 GA Delft, The Netherlands |
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Abstract: | This paper adopts an inter-industry analysis approach to compare the supply chain evolution of the railway and aircraft manufacturing industries, highlighting the fact that these industries are going through a period of enormous change involving the production system as a whole. In particular, the paper identifies the supply relationship evolution in both industries and analyses the vertical relationships, thus showing how the circulation of information and technology is a crucial factor for supply chain efficiency. These elements are addressed so that an interpretative framework may be developed to broaden understanding of the industry-specific factors that affect firms’ competitive strategies. The paper synthesises the results of a research program focused on the supply systems of the main Italian companies in the aircraft industry (Alenia Aeronautica) and in the railway industry (AnsaldoBreda). |
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