A theoretical model on how firms can leverage political resources to align with supply chain strategy for competitive advantage
基于结构-行为-绩效范式和竞争动态文献，研究企业如何通过政治行动（如规避、服从或中立）利用供应链网络资源，以支持供应链战略并提升绩效，尤其关注政治行动如何促进供应链风险管理。
Abstract The success of a firm's supply chain strategy depends on resources in the political environment and the supply network in which it operates. If the political environment is not conducive to a firm's supply chain strategy, a firm can either change its supply chain strategy or seek a political environment that is more favorable to its supply chain. This paper examines this second alternative. The structure‐conduct‐performance (SCP) paradigm and the competitive dynamics literature are used to explore the relationships between political actions that leverage supply network resources, supply chain strategies, and firm performance. We extend a well‐known typology of political actions from the strategic management literature and suggest that beyond influencing or complying with the political environment, firms may choose to moderate the political environment (circumvent or submit) or stay neutral (free ride). An integrated model is developed to explore the relationships between political actions and supply chain strategy, along with a series of propositions outlining how political actions can facilitate supply chain risk management strategies. Finally, suggestions are provided for future research.