Handbook of Theories for Purchasing, Supply Chain and Management Research

This Handbook provides guidance on which theories to apply in purchasing and supply management,how to apply them,and when to build theory. It features over 25 theories with relevance across management research,and discusses assumptions,levels of analysis,unit of analysis,variables,and relationships. It will be a key reference for scholars in management and marketing fields.

Format: Hardback
Length: 592 pages
Publication date: 13 May 2022
Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd

This Handbook is a vital resource that offers comprehensive guidance on selecting, implementing, and developing theories in purchasing and supply management (PSM) and supply chain literature. It responds to the strong demand for integrating theory into these fields. The introductory chapters provide a foundational understanding of theory in PSM, mapping different types of theory to guide appropriate application and when a new or mid-range theory is needed.

Featuring over 25 relevant theories across management research, each chapter offers an insightful overview for exploring a specific theory. The authors delve into the assumptions underlying various theories, such as agency theory, transaction cost, and game theory, and explore different levels of analysis, unit of analysis, variables, and relationships. Additionally, chapters include comprehensive lists of seminal literature for further exploration.

The Handbook is an essential reference for scholars and researchers in management and marketing, particularly those engaged in empirical studies in operations and management sciences. It empowers readers with the knowledge and tools to apply theoretical frameworks effectively, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in these dynamic fields.

Dimension: 244 x 169 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781839104497