Technology acquisition strategy in an internationally competitive environment

• Published in: Journal of international management Vol. 6; no. 3; pp. 187 - 215
• Main Authors: Lanctot, Aldor, Swan, K.Scott
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Elsevier Inc 2000; Elsevier
• Series: Journal of International Management
• Subjects: Internationally competitive environment; Sourcing strategy; Technology acquisition strategy; Technology acquisition strategy Internationally competitive environment Sourcing strategy; Technology acquisition strategy; Internationally competitive environment; Sourcing strategy
• ISSN: 1075-4253; 1873-0620
• DOI: 10.1016/S1075-4253(00)00024-7

This research empirically examines the technology strategies of multinational firms operating in the US market. The findings suggest that external reliance on product and process technologies has a negative impact on firm success. Furthermore, geographic distance between key activities moderates the role of technology strategy on international firm success. Also, the complementary assets, dominance of the product design, and the degree of appropriability have a direct impact on firm performance.