Theoretical Isolation and Symmetry in the Resource-based View

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Abstract

Theorizing simplifies reality by means of "isolation" whereby some phenomena or aspects thereof are excluded from consideration. Using the case of the resource-based view, we discuss how theorists isolate. We develop a case for symmetrical isolations, show that the RBV violates a symmetry requirement, argue that a more symmetrical RBV implies novel insights in value creation and appropriation, and outline research heuristics based on the notion of symmetry.
Original languageEnglish
Publication statusUnpublished - 2010
EventAcademy of Management Annual Meeting, 2010: Dare to Care: Passion & Compassion in Management Practice & Research - Montréal CA, Montréal, Canada
Duration: 2010 Aug 62010 Aug 10

Conference

ConferenceAcademy of Management Annual Meeting, 2010
Country/TerritoryCanada
CityMontréal
Period2010/08/062010/08/10

Subject classification (UKÄ)

  • Economics and Business

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