Complementarity effect of governance mechanisms on environmental collaboration: Does it exist?

Paulraj, A. and Jayaraman, V. and Blome, C. (2014) Complementarity effect of governance mechanisms on environmental collaboration: Does it exist? International Journal of Production Research, 52 (23). pp. 6989-7006. ISSN 0020-7543

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Abstract

This study evaluates the effect of pre-existing relational governance mechanisms on environmental collaboration. Specifically, our study distinguishes between structural and process dimensions of relational governance mechanisms so as to facilitate a more nuanced investigation into the inherent complementarities and performance implications. Using data collected from 145 US firms and a combination of methodologies – three-stage least squares and structural equation modelling, a number of direct, complementary and mediation effects are hypothesised and tested. The three-stage least squares methodology was adopted to overcome endogeneity and simultaneity issues inherent in the hypotheses covering complementarity. Contrary to conventional wisdom, structural and process governance mechanisms were not found to act as complements for environmental collaboration. Instead, the effect of structural mechanisms was found to be completely mediated by the process mechanisms. Thus, process mechanisms of relational governance were found to be much more important in promoting advanced practices such as environmental collaboration. Our results also document the significant mediating role of environmental collaboration. Implications for future research and practice are offered.

Item Type:
Journal Article
Journal or Publication Title:
International Journal of Production Research
Uncontrolled Keywords:
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Subjects:
?? structural governance mechanismsprocess governance mechanismsenvironmental collaborationenvironmental performancesocial performancethree-stage least squaresstrategy and managementmanagement science and operations researchindustrial and manufacturing engin ??
ID Code:
176026
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Deposited On:
03 Oct 2022 10:15
Refereed?:
Yes
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Published
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15 Jul 2024 23:00