Internalizing external technology: a model of governance mode choice and an empirical assessment

摘要

Factors such as the rising cost of technological development, global competition, the compression of product life cycles, and rapid technological diffusion are compelling technology-intensive firms to look beyond internal development. Organizations are creating their portfolio of technological capabilities through Various external sourcing methods, including joint development, licensing, and The acquisition of other firms. This study examines a number of contingencies That may influence a firm's choice of governance mode for the procurement of External technical know-how.