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Cross‐Functional Integration Revisited: Exploring the Conceptual Elephant
Author(s) -
Frankel Robert,
Mollenkopf Diane A.
Publication year - 2015
Publication title -
journal of business logistics
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 2.611
H-Index - 79
eISSN - 2158-1592
pISSN - 0735-3766
DOI - 10.1111/jbl.12081
Subject(s) - clarity , construct (python library) , supply chain , context (archaeology) , foundation (evidence) , business , functional integration , domain (mathematical analysis) , conceptual blending , knowledge management , conceptual framework , process management , industrial organization , marketing , computer science , sociology , psychology , political science , paleontology , mathematical analysis , biochemistry , chemistry , cognition , mathematics , neuroscience , law , biology , programming language , integral equation , social science
Despite multiple decades of previous research, cross‐functional integration (CFI) remains a poorly understood concept. We argue for definitional clarity to differentiate CFI from other related concepts, such as interfirm integration or supply chain integration. We also argue for theoretical grounding to provide context for understanding the role of CFI within a firm as well as between firms. This article provides a foundation for researchers to move forward in creating a broader understanding of CFI as a focal construct of interest within the supply chain domain.