Harmony and cooperation: their effects on IJV performance in China
Harmony and cooperation: their effects on IJV performance in China
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DOI:
10.1108/13527601011068397
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发表时间:
2010-08
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通讯作者:
Raymond P. M. Chow;O. H. Yau
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作者:
Raymond P. M. Chow;O. H. Yau
Purpose – This paper seeks to develop a business model depicting the relationship between harmony, cooperation, and international joint ventures (IJV) performance.Design/methodology/approach – The paper takes the form of a quantitative empirical study with the aim of making a contribution to the knowledge of the effects of harmony and cooperation on IJV performance. An interviewer‐administered questionnaire survey method was used for data collection.Findings – The business model supports the proposed existence that harmony has both direct and indirect effects on IJV performance. While interorganizational harmony directly affects the performance of the company, it promotes cooperation and in turn enhances performance.Research limitations/implications – Owing to the exploratory nature of this study, the findings are indicative rather than conclusive. Future studies should be conducted to examine the validity and generalizability of this model in other cultural contexts.Practical implications – This study pr...