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A knowledge-based perspective on the transformation of individual-level relationships into inter-organizational structures:: The case of R&D consortia

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This paper by Paul Olk explores how individual-level relationships affect the formation process and structure of R&D consortia. It begins by reviewing traditional explanations of joint venture formation, noting the under-explored role of individuals in this process, and focuses on an organizational knowledge perspective. The paper then draws from data collected from US-based R&D consortia and differentiates between consortia created by individual-level networks and those started from organizational-level relationships. The analysis reveals several differences in the formation between the two types of consortia in terms of problem-setting, direction-setting and implementation. However, notable similarities also existed. These data provide the basis for propositions developed to direct future research.

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  • Olk, Paul, 1998. "A knowledge-based perspective on the transformation of individual-level relationships into inter-organizational structures:: The case of R&D consortia," European Management Journal, Elsevier, vol. 16(1), pages 39-49, February.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:eurman:v:16:y:1998:i:1:p:39-49
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    1. Koen H. Heimeriks & Geert Duysters, 2007. "Alliance Capability as a Mediator Between Experience and Alliance Performance: An Empirical Investigation into the Alliance Capability Development Process," Journal of Management Studies, Wiley Blackwell, vol. 44(1), pages 25-49, January.

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