Towards right-shoring: a framework for off-and re-shoring decision making |
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Authors: | Claire Joubioux Evelyne Vanpoucke |
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Affiliation: | 1.School of Business and Economics,Maastricht University,Maastricht,The Netherlands;2.Solvay Brussels School of Economics and Management,Université Libre de Bruxelles,Bruxelles,Belgium |
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Abstract: | Location decisions are crucial for manufacturing plants. While current research mainly stresses the cost considerations of location decisions, this research focusses on a more comprehensive decision-making process. Based on analyzing the motivations for off-and re-shoring, we present a decision-making framework which will help companies to ‘right-shore’. Through a multiple case study approach in the aeronautics industry, an industry known for its technical complexity and innovative nature, we will validate and broaden our initial decision-making framework based on literature. While analyzing this framework, it became apparent that the main motivation for offshoring in the aeronautic industry is far from being restricted to cost-cutting considerations. More specific, companies in this industry are willing to develop sustainable commercial partnerships in emerging countries to benefit from new capacities and resources. In the same vein, re-shoring decisions are grounded on long-term perspectives and are carefully balanced. While providing a comprehensive framework for offshoring and re-shoring decisions, our framework enables companies to make better informed decisions for choosing the right location for their plants. |
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