How organizational field networks shape interorganizational tie-formation rates

• 成果类型: Article; Proceedings Paper
• 署名作者: Kenis, P; Knoke, D
• 署名单位: Tilburg University; University of Minnesota System; University of Minnesota Twin Cities
• 刊物名称: ACADEMY OF MANAGEMENT REVIEW
• ISSN/ISSBN: 0363-7425
• DOI: 10.5465/AMR.2002.6588029
• 发表日期: 2002
• 页码: 275-293
• 关键词: Centrality

摘要

We investigate the impact of communication in field-level networks on rates of formation of interorganizational collaborative ties, such as strategic alliances and joint ventures. After developing the concept of an organizational field network (field-net), we derive a set of testable propositions and corollaries that relate field-net properties, such as density, reciprocity, centralization, multiplexity, and hierarchy, to subsequent nonlinear changes in interorganizational tie-formation rates. We conclude by discussing aspects of empirical research for testing the empirical validity of these propositions.