Abstract
Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to analyse papers studying the link between supply chain
integration (SCI) and performance, and to discuss reported empirical evidence relating to this
fundamental question for logistics and supply chain management.
Design/methodology/approach – A systematic analysis of 38 papers published in nine important
journals in logistics, supply chain and operations management during the period 2000-2006 is offered.
Using a multidimensional framework to sort and classify selected papers, structured results are
provided for the purpose of contributing to discussion of the topic.
Findings – More SCI does not always improve performance. Definitions and measures of SCI and
performance are diverse to the extent that a conclusion such as “the more (SCI) the better (the
performance) cannot be drawn”. On the contrary more empirical research, with use of clear definitions
and good measures, are needed. The conclusions drawn from the analytical literature review provide a
basis from which further research can be developed, both in respect of research approaches, definitions
of main concepts and the choice of theoretical basis.
Research limitations/implications – Additional journals could be included. The framework could
be more detailed. More details on SCI and performance measures, as well as the items used in the
papers, could be provided and discussed.
Practical implications – Results encourage researchers and practitioners to be more cautious
concerning SCI and its impact on performance and to have a more conscious and differentiated view
of SCI.
Originality/value – Through a rigorous analysis of prevailing research, the paper questions a
common assumption in business logistics and SCM. Propositions for further research are suggested
AbstractPurpose – The purpose of this paper is to analyse papers studying the link between supply chainintegration (SCI) and performance, and to discuss reported empirical evidence relating to thisfundamental question for logistics and supply chain management.Design/methodology/approach – A systematic analysis of 38 papers published in nine importantjournals in logistics, supply chain and operations management during the period 2000-2006 is offered.Using a multidimensional framework to sort and classify selected papers, structured results areprovided for the purpose of contributing to discussion of the topic.Findings – More SCI does not always improve performance. Definitions and measures of SCI andperformance are diverse to the extent that a conclusion such as “the more (SCI) the better (theperformance) cannot be drawn”. On the contrary more empirical research, with use of clear definitionsand good measures, are needed. The conclusions drawn from the analytical literature review provide abasis from which further research can be developed, both in respect of research approaches, definitionsof main concepts and the choice of theoretical basis.Research limitations/implications – Additional journals could be included. The framework couldbe more detailed. More details on SCI and performance measures, as well as the items used in thepapers, could be provided and discussed.Practical implications – Results encourage researchers and practitioners to be more cautiousconcerning SCI and its impact on performance and to have a more conscious and differentiated viewof SCI.Originality/value – Through a rigorous analysis of prevailing research, the paper questions acommon assumption in business logistics and SCM. Propositions for further research are suggested
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