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Opportunistic Behaviour by International Channel Intermediaries

Opportunistic Behaviour by International Channel Intermediaries AbstractThe relationship between exporters and independent foreign channel intermediaries (FCIs) is complex. The present paper analyses and discusses the potential types of opportunistic behaviour that might be engaged in by foreign agents or distributors (FCIs) using an agency theory approach. A classification framework of opportunistic behaviour is developed and a detailed qualitative examination of the content of five agency-distributor agreements between Australian exporters and their FCIs. A five-category classification scheme for opportunistic behaviour was found that included (1) product, (2) price, (3) information, (4) logistical, and (5) legal opportunism. The implications of each type of opportunism for an exporter are discussed using examples obtained from ways to control opportunistic behaviour are discussed. http://www.deepdyve.com/assets/images/DeepDyve-Logo-lg.png Journal of the Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management Cambridge University Press

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Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Copyright
Copyright © Cambridge University Press and Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management 2000
ISSN
1324-3209
DOI
10.5172/jmo.2000.6.2.20
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Abstract

AbstractThe relationship between exporters and independent foreign channel intermediaries (FCIs) is complex. The present paper analyses and discusses the potential types of opportunistic behaviour that might be engaged in by foreign agents or distributors (FCIs) using an agency theory approach. A classification framework of opportunistic behaviour is developed and a detailed qualitative examination of the content of five agency-distributor agreements between Australian exporters and their FCIs. A five-category classification scheme for opportunistic behaviour was found that included (1) product, (2) price, (3) information, (4) logistical, and (5) legal opportunism. The implications of each type of opportunism for an exporter are discussed using examples obtained from ways to control opportunistic behaviour are discussed.

Journal

Journal of the Australian and New Zealand Academy of ManagementCambridge University Press

Published: Mar 1, 2000

Keywords: Channel Intermediaries; Agents; Distributors; Export; Opportunistic Behaviour; Agency Theory; Transaction Costs

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