The effect of a geographically dispersed supply base on downside risk: Developing and testing the N-shaped theory

摘要: Globalisation, and its resultant complexity, has been called the most significant factor in increase of supply chain risk. In this paper, we investigate effects base complexity that result from geographic dispersion how affects Informed by several theories, an N-shaped theory for relationship is hypothesised. A regression analysis uses survey data manufacturing firms operating Finland utilised to test hypothesis. Contrary our hypothesis, find support inverse U-shaped association due negative The possible causes it can be reconciled with are discussed. Supply managers advised avoid international creeping into engage cross-functional discussion about implications dispersion.