Social face for innovation in strategic alliances in China : the mediating roles of resource exchange and reflexivity
Document Type
Journal article
Source Publication
Journal of Organizational Behavior
Publication Date
11-1-2007
Volume
28
Issue
8
First Page
961
Last Page
978
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Ltd.
Abstract
This study proposes that partners who communicate mutual respect to each other develop integrative interaction that is a foundation for innovation. Structural equation analysis suggests that reflecting upon and improving interaction between supplier and customer organizations can contribute to resource exchange between partners that results in innovation in supply chain partnerships. Results also indicate that the confirmation of social face is an important antecedent to these useful integrative interaction patterns. These findings were interpreted as reaffirming the value of relationships for making partnerships effective and that the constructive application of the value of social face can promote open discussion and innovation in China.
DOI
10.1002/job.468
Print ISSN
08943796
E-ISSN
10991379
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Language
English
Recommended Citation
Wong, A., Tjosvold, D., & Su, F. (2007). Social face for innovation in strategic alliances in China: The mediating roles of resource exchange and reflexivity. Journal of Organizational Behavior, 28(8), 961-978. doi: 10.1002/job.468