Digital platform enterprises and boundary decision: Factors which determine whether make or buy works best

Abstract

Purpose

This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies.

Design/methodology/approach

This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.

Findings

Boundary decisions made by digital platform enterprises (DPEs) shape business performance and growth outcomes. Such operators can identify appropriate strategic approaches through a consideration of transaction costs, resource competence and cross-side networks effects (CNEs).

Originality/value

The briefing saves busy executives’ and researchers’ hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Citation

(2022), "Digital platform enterprises and boundary decision: Factors which determine whether make or buy works best", Strategic Direction, Vol. 38 No. 2, pp. 9-11. https://doi.org/10.1108/SD-12-2021-0158