Relating supply chain integration with the culture and strategy of its constitutent members: A theoretical framework

Abstract

In this paper, we argue that cost leader supply chain (or Defender SC) has more finance and production related integration; whereas differentiator supply chain (or Prospector supply chain) has more marketing and R & D related supply chain integration. If supply chain members have similar strategies and strategic decision making processes, it leads to better supply chain integration. We also relate different dimensions of culture to the extent of supply chain integration achieved.