Examines the stability of the topological structure of the network of alliances between companies in the software sector in a significant change in the basic architecture of technology during 1990-2001. The software sector shows "small world" characteristics, and its structure was very stable during this period. We also offer lessons for managers to master the navigation problem effectively in dynamic networks. "Hide
by Bala Iyer, Ji-Hyun Lee, N. Venkatraman Source: California Management Review 22 pages. Publication Date: 01 May 2006. Prod. #: CMR337-PDF-ENG