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Coopetitive networks, knowledge acquisition and maritime logistics value
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posted on 2023-05-17, 12:49 authored by Song, D-W, Lee, E-SKnowledge acquisition may help maritime operators to maximise maritime logistic value. The operators can acquire knowledge through being embedded in a coopetitive (viz. mixture of cooperation and competition) network. This paper aims to examine how effectively maritime logistics operators coordinate the inter-organisational coopetitive relationships in order to acquire knowledge. The paper also diagnoses the effectiveness of the acquired knowledge on the improvement of maritime logistics value. A theoretical framework is established to show the relationships among factors and is empirically examined through both an explorative interview method and a Delphi survey analysis. The findings show that (i) a high level of cooperation in a coopetitive network facilitates knowledge acquisition, (ii) competition in the network has, to some extent, promoted the positive impact of the cooperation on knowledge acquisition, and (iii) the acquired knowledge has a positive influence on the improvement of maritime logistics value.
History
Publication title
International Journal of LogisticsVolume
15Pagination
15-35ISSN
1367-5567Department/School
Australian Maritime CollegePublisher
Taylor & FrancisPlace of publication
United KingdomRights statement
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