Investigating the Effect of Partnerships on the Impact of Supply Chain Risks Upon Supply Chain Responsiveness

Abstract

In this paper, a model is proposed to explain the mechanism through which partnerships exert influence over Supply Chain Risks (SCRs), then affecting supply chain responsiveness. The analysis result reveals that the development of partnerships in supply chains may help reduce collaboration risks and relationship risks. The major contribution of this study lies in the way we connect partnerships with SCRs at the prospect of supply chain responsiveness. It allows us to demonstrate the benefits of viewing SCRs as a system and partnerships as an impacting factor. The model uncovers the detailed process how partnerships influence SCRs. Among the factors investigated, partnering depth is shown most critical in this process.