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The role of attribution in learning from performance fedback: behavioral perspective on the choice between alliances and acquisitions
- Publication Year :
- 2021
- Publisher :
- Academy of Management, 2021.
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Abstract
- The causal attribution of performance has not been explicitly considered in the performance feedback literature, despite its potential value in learning from prior performance. In this study, we develop a theory concerning the attribution in learning from performance feedback and explore how the attribution of past alliance performance can influence a firm’s choice between future acquisitions and alliances. We also examine the mechanisms by which attribution manifests by exploring how three theoretical factors, known to influence attribution, can moderate the relationship - the diffusion of responsibility, the perceived capability of partners, and the ambiguity of performance information. We find strong evidence supporting our predictions. This study contributes to the performance feedback literature by integrating attribution with performance feedback theory. It also extends research on corporate strategy by providing a behavioral account of the choice between acquisitions and alliances.
- Subjects :
- Value (ethics)
Performance feedback
Research design
business.industry
Strategy and Management
Perspective (graphical)
Event study
General Business, Management and Accounting
Management of Technology and Innovation
Organizational learning
Strategic management
Business and International Management
business
Psychology
Attribution
Cognitive psychology
Subjects
Details
- Language :
- English
- Database :
- OpenAIRE
- Accession number :
- edsair.doi.dedup.....9568d5101ebb143ca1275f4f20bbfbfb