Abstract
Proposes that previous discussions of strategic decision making in
the strategic management literature have not effectively addressed the
role of third parties including consultants. Offers three roles of third
parties, including the consultant as provocateur, legitimizer and
expert. Propositions are developed suggesting a contingency approach to
the timing and role of third parties in the strategic decision‐making
process.
Subject
Management of Technology and Innovation,Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management,Strategy and Management,General Decision Sciences
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