Bachelor Thesis Example

S T R A T E G I C A L L I A N C E S
A N D K N O W L E D G E
T R A N S F E R S I N C H I N A
LITERATURE REVIEW
This chapter highlights the theoretical basis for the research that
is aligned to the objectives of the research presented. This
chapter further introduces the primary theoretical concepts, as
well as the empirical studies which underpin the arena in which
the research sits.
The point of this exploratory research aims to understand the
depth in which knowledge transfers currently exist in a number of
strategic alliances, as well as the extent in which these underpin
the competitive success. In order for this aspect to be examined,
the meaning of knowledge, as well as the nature of knowledge
transfers should be understood first and foremost.
At a basic level, these knowledge transfer refer to an exchange of
knowledge, which may either be tacit or explicit, and used in
order to further improve learning within the firm. These
knowledge transfers are positioned increasingly as being highly
essential as a result of their being treated as a capacity that
allows organizations to achieve the position of superiority if such
capacity is achieved and focused on (Moran & Philips, 2001).
Different interpretations regarding knowledge and knowledge
transfers are usually generalized and often interpreted as being
ambiguous. This results to discussions regarding knowledge being
coupled with terms including experience, understanding and
intuition which, even though useful, may fail to appreciate the
essence of the context. Knowledge may also be both implicit
which may be based on an experience, and explicit where the
information is translated and depicted easily.