Redes, alianças estratégicas e intercooperação: O caso da cadeia produtiva de carne bovina

Abstract

The objective of this paper is to discuss the formation of partnerships, networks and strategic alliances in the production chain of Brazilian beef. The basic concepts of networks, strategic alliances and, cooperation are discussed. Four cases of alliances are analyzed, based on the existent literature. Finally, the work is finished pointing the success reasons in an alliance. © 2010 Sociedade Brasileira de Zootecnia.