Incorporating Aspects of Institutionalist Theory into GPN Analysis: The Case of Brazilian Oil

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Author(s):	Francoso, Mariane Santos ; Trojbicz, Beni ; Silva Mello, Patricia Alencar ; Hiratuka, Celio Total Authors: 4
Document type:	Journal article
Source:	JOURNAL OF DEVELOPMENT STUDIES; v. 57, n. 6, p. 15-pg., 2020-08-22.
Abstract
The analytical tools provided by the global production network (GPN) approach may not be equal to the complexity of the strategic coupling process, as they fail to address the extra-GPN forces involved, such as temporary coalitions and geopolitics. With this in mind, the analytical framework proposed here incorporated variables from historical institutionalism (HI) into the GPN analysis, which was then applied (using documentary analysis and interviews) to the specific case of Brazil's coupling to the oil GPN. That analysis revealed that incorporating elements from historical institutionalism into the GPN framework enriched the latter by expanding its ability to explain the strategic coupling process beyond the lead-firm-centred analysis. In the Brazilian case, it could be seen how extra-GPN forces, such as ideas and international position, played a key role in the strategic coupling process. (AU)

FAPESP's process:	16/06888-1 - The insertion of São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro in the global cities network: an analysis from the oil chain
Grantee:	Mariane Santos Françoso
Support Opportunities:	Scholarships in Brazil - Doctorate