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This study seeks to contribute to the Science of International Management and Organisation in the field of KT between cross-boundary OCs. It also intends to contribute to the Sociology of Culture in the field of NCs’ influence through organisational sub-culture on the KT and SVC.
Practical relevance
The application of the knowledge acquired in international consulting relationships results in an increase of the added value of management knowledge inside host organisations, bringing an improved market position for knowledge providers, including enhanced insights into their consulting practice. The study tends to promote the adjustment of prejudices and generalisations with advisors and knowledge receivers leading to a more in-depth and detailed knowledge of advisory relationships in general and in Central, Southeast and Eastern Europe in particular. It will enhance the knowledge of the success factors that lead to the sustainable added value for the host organisation and their knowledge base.
Additionally, implications are expected in future studies on the relationship between the background of knowledge providers and receivers in international advisory services. Finally, this research will provide knowledge on the feasibility and the acclaimed sustainable added value of distinguished advisory practices.
Scientific and social objective
The scientific objective of this study is to understand and gain insight in the processes of NC’s influence on the KT process and transfer of management knowledge and skills between consultants and clients in different OC’s. Another objective is to extend / improve the existing “body of knowledge” in the field of trans-boundary, intercultural and international management practices.
The social objective is the improvement of the KT processes and assurance that the acquired added value in OC is able to reduce the transfer costs and is beneficial for a society. This can be reached through understanding the impact of NC on the KT process and practical application of the findings.
Performance practice
Based on the data obtained from the field research, a model or checklist, focused on the effective and efficient KT between consultants and knowledge receivers, originated from a variety of (organisational) cultures will be compiled and published.
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