This paper explains the impact of original equipment manufacturing (OEM) supplier initiatives, which are proactive and deliberate behaviors, on buyer competence development. It argues that these adaptive and proactive behaviors in the outsourcing relationship have a significant impact on...

Variations in the information technology industry, the resources demanded, and the strategic management mechanisms inspire business interaction and the construction of relationships. This study examines a sample of 208 Taiwan-owned IT-related firms (158 located in Taiwan and 50 located in China)...