Strategies for agility: an evolutionary and configurational approach

McCarthy, I.P.; Tsinopoulos, C.

Abstract

Configurational theory can significantly enhance understanding of organisational strategy and diversity. Despite this, there have been limited efforts to examine the value and utility of configurational research as a method for realising manufacturing strategies. This paper introduces a strategic management framework based on configurational theory and an evolutionary classification method (cladistics). Focusing on agile manufacturing concepts, the framework provides a system for collecting and organising information on manufacturing routines and capabilities. This facilitates the processes of strategic analysis, strategic choice and strategic information.

Citation

McCarthy, I., & Tsinopoulos, C. (2003). Strategies for agility: an evolutionary and configurational approach. Integrated manufacturing systems, 14(2), 101-113. https://doi.org/10.1108/09576060310459401

• Journal Article Type: Article
• Publication Date: 2003
• Deposit Date: Apr 2, 2007
• Journal: Integrated Manufacturing Systems
• Print ISSN: 0957-6061
• Electronic ISSN: 1758-583X
• Publisher: MCB University Press
• Peer Reviewed: Peer Reviewed
• Volume: 14
• Issue: 2
• Pages: 101-113
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.1108/09576060310459401
• Keywords: Agile production, Classification, Evolution, Strategy.
• Public URL: https://durham-repository.worktribe.com/output/1625535