We examine how three aspects of network structure affect supplier performance, focusing on relationship duration, supplier autonomy, and customer status. We examine their impact in different competitive contexts by considering differences in the modular and architectural technological...

Modularity in product design and flexible supply chains is increasingly common in buyer-supplier relationships. Although the benefits of supply chain flexibility and component modularity for end-product manufacturers are accepted, little is known about their impact on suppliers. We advance the...

We argue that established firms, including industry incumbents and diversifying entrants, play vital all underemphasized roles as the sources of major innovations in many industries The study presents empirical evidence showing that established firms are often sources of major innovations in the...