Published in:
Journal of Operations Management, 29 (2011) 5, Seite 371-375
Language:
English
DOI:
10.1016/j.jom.2010.12.007
ISSN:
0272-6963;
1873-1317
Origination:
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Description:
<jats:title>Abstract</jats:title><jats:sec><jats:label /><jats:p>This article highlights the contribution of field research to the generation of operations and supply chain management theory. We summarize the papers included in this special issue while emphasizing the value of research that offers rich descriptions of operating practices. The specific articles included in this volume illustrate how field based observations and a deep understanding of the operating phenomenon can benefit both the development of theory and the advancement of management practice.</jats:p></jats:sec>