The application of a RBV perspective to Operations strategy

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Supervisors

Agrell, Per Joakim

Faculty

Louvain School of Management

Degree label

Master [120] en Ingénieur de gestion

Abstract

Multiple requests have been made to link operations strategy with other related field of research. Thus, this thesis is an attempt to answer these calls by analysing if and how a resource-based view application to operations strategy would impact the manufacturing firm; the implications, advantages and drawbacks of such perspective on the operational area of the firm. Through a literature review of both theories, a conceptual and taxonomical analysis is realised. New insights and observations emerge on how the resource-based view can complement the operations strategy. Finally, the thesis ends with a summary of the key elements of the analysis and some suggestions for future research.