Handbook of Management Scales/Supply network structure

Supply network structure (alpha = 0.82) Description The authors identify key constructs related to supply chain management. Based on a systematic instrument develop process, they develop a set of reliable, valid, and unidimensional measurement scales. Items We have a permeable organizational boundary that facilitates better communication and/or relationship with our key suppliers. (0.59) Our relation with the suppliers is based on interdependence rather than power. (0.72) Our organizational structure can be characterized as a flexible value-adding network. (0.61) Our organizational/supply network structure does not involve power-based relationships. (0.78) Source Chen/Paulraj (2004): Towards a theory of supply chain management: the constructs and measurements. Journal of Operations Management, Vol. 22, No. 2, pp. 119–150