Purpose

This study explores the potential of paradox theory as a novel theoretical lens to investigate persistent and interdependent tensions in supply chains. It is based on a critical literature review focusing on paradoxes observed within complex supply chains in dynamic business environments, including the articles selected for this special issue, “Environmental Dynamism and Supply Chain Complexity: Managing the Paradoxes.”

Design/methodology/approach

This study introduces the key concepts and themes of the paradox theory literature and possible methodological approaches to studying paradoxes in supply chains. Through a literature review, this study also reflects on the current state of paradox research in the field of operations and supply chain management (OSCM) and proposes future research questions.

Findings

The application of paradox theory to OSCM research is in its early stages. This paper presents opportunities to explore persistent and interdependent tensions in supply chains using paradox theory.

Research limitations/implications

The paper suggests several new research questions that should be translated into more precise propositions. The main implication for research is a call to focus attention on how and why a paradox perspective can help supply chain researchers view complex supply chain problems with fresh eyes.

Originality/value

The study provides the first critical review of paradoxical tensions in OSCM research. While the papers in this special issue contribute significantly to a better understanding of these issues, there is still significant potential for understanding how to respond to paradoxes in supply chains.

中文翻译：

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以新的眼光看待——悖论理论探索供应链中持续、相互依存的紧张局势的潜力

目的

本研究探讨了悖论理论作为研究供应链中持续且相互依存的紧张局势的新颖理论视角的潜力。它基于一篇批判性文献综述，重点关注动态商业环境中复杂供应链中观察到的悖论，包括为本期特刊选择的文章“环境动态和供应链复杂性：管理悖论”。

设计/方法论/途径

本研究介绍了悖论理论文献的关键概念和主题以及研究供应链悖论的可能方法。通过文献回顾，本研究还反思了运营与供应链管理（OSCM）领域悖论研究的现状，并提出了未来的研究问题。

发现

悖论理论在 OSCM 研究中的应用尚处于早期阶段。本文提供了利用悖论理论探索供应链中持续且相互依存的紧张局势的机会。

研究局限性/影响

该论文提出了几个新的研究问题，这些问题应该转化为更精确的命题。研究的主要意义是呼吁关注悖论观点如何以及为何能够帮助供应链研究人员以新的眼光看待复杂的供应链问题。

原创性/价值

该研究首次对 OSCM 研究中的矛盾紧张进行了批判性回顾。虽然本期特刊中的论文对更好地理解这些问题做出了重大贡献，但在理解如何应对供应链中的悖论方面仍然具有巨大的潜力。