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Uncertainties Experienced by Suppliers Participating in Customers’ Product Development Projects
Flankegard, Filip; Johansson, Glenn
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Year:
2024
Editor:
Malmqvist, J.; Candi, M.; Saemundsson, R. J.; Bystrom, F. and Isaksson, O.
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Series:
NordDESIGN
Institution:
School of Innovation, Design and Engineering, Malardalen University, Sweden; Department of Design Sciences, Lund University, Sweden
Page(s):
186-195
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ISBN:
978-1-912254-21-7
Abstract:
This paper explores uncertainties experienced by suppliers involved in their customers’ product development projects. The study introduces a model for classifying different types of involvement, which is used to identify uncertainties and effects across the various types. Empirical data originates from a multiple case study involving four SME suppliers. Four types of uncertainty are identified. These uncertainties stem from both customer and supplier organizations as well as from technology.
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