Towards a theoretical foundation of supply network interdependence and technologyenabled coordination strategies

Purpose The purpose of the paper is to provide a conceptualtheoretical foundation to enhance the body of knowledge related to supply chain interdependence and technologyenabled coordination. Designmethodologyapproach The paper heavily engaged itself in the theoryliterature related to coordination theory, interdependence theory, interdependence, coordination and supply chain technologies to formulate the theoretical propositions. Findings From the literaturetheoretical bases, the paper derived a total include subcomponents of eight theoretical propositions related to interdependence, coordination and technology enablers. Research limitationsimplications While technology enabledcoordination is central to supply chain management, there is a lack of a prescriptive view present in the literature. By deriving insights from the rich literature related to coordination theory and interdependence theory, we provide a theoretical foundation for future research to enhance the body of knowledge related to the systematic application of technology to foster the appropriate coordination strategy. Practical implications Although empirical support is warranted, the proposed concepts related to technologyenabled coordination offer pragmatic advice to managers. Originalityvalue The paper provides a theoretical foundation for future research to enhance the body of knowledge related to the systematic application of technology to foster the appropriate coordination strategies.