A coordination analysis of the creative design process

Emerald - Tập 10 Số 4 - Trang 430-444 - 2004
Togar M.Simatupang1, IndahVictoria Sandroto2, S.B.Hari Lubis3
1Institute of Information Sciences & Technology, Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand
2Department of Industrial Engineering, Maranatha University, Bandung, Indonesia,
3Department of Industrial Engineering, Bandung Institute of Technology, Bandung, Indonesia

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The creative design process is often characterised by high task uncertainty and tight dependency on other functions both within a firm and with external parties. Coordination thus plays a key role in integrating different functions related to the design process in attaining a common objective of delivering products to end customers. This paper examines coordination mechanisms and their determinants in the creative design process of a fashion firm. It is argued that coordination mechanisms are driven by a set of three determinants, namely responsibility interdependence, uncertainty, and conflict. Findings from the case study are presented and areas for future research are provided.

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