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INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF OPERATIONS & PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT
卷 41, 期 5, 页码 668-693出版社
EMERALD GROUP PUBLISHING LTD
DOI: 10.1108/IJOPM-08-2020-0538
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Manufacturing; Industry 4; 0; Digital transformation; Digital servitization; Multilevel theory
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This paper provides a theoretical lens on digital servitization (DS) to enhance understanding into the persistent challenge of DS through a multilevel framework. The study revealed the critical role of managerial responsiveness in the organizational outcome of DS journeys, emphasizing the importance of a holistic approach and the development of a mid-range theory for DS.
Purpose The purpose of this paper is to provide a theoretical lens on digital servitization (DS) for future research purposes. By developing a multilevel framework that helps structure and untangle its complexity, the authors aim to increase understanding into the persistent challenge of DS. Design/methodology/approach Building on a problematization approach, critical incident technique was applied to a comparative, longitudinal, multiple-case study in which DS journeys from one Italian and one Belgian manufacturing firm were analyzed. Findings Analysis revealed that different levels and elements of the multilevel framework were simultaneously involved in the identified critical incidents. This huge interconnectedness severely challenged the DS journeys. Managerial (un)responsiveness played a central role in the organizational outcome for both firms. Originality/value The authors answer the call for a more holistic approach toward DS. A multilevel framework is provided to be employed by future researchers and practitioners alike. A mid-range theory for DS and propositions for future research are developed.
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