Following previous research, which have has mostly
found complementary effects of control combinations (e.g.,
Anderson and Dekker, 2005; Widener, 2007), this is considered
a likely outcome in this study, too. For example, in
exploitative innovation projects, where MC is essential for
controlling and coordinating innovation projects and keeping
them on track, OC could fulfill a complementary role by
assisting MC through improving flexibility and enabling the
adaptability required when dealing with unforeseen events
(Turner and Makhija, 2006). Thus, the complementary role
of OC would strengthen the effect of MC and help achieve
the desired project performance outcomes