# OLI Paradigm (Eclectic Framework)

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## Short Definition

The OLI paradigm explains why firms choose foreign direct investment based on Ownership, Location, and Internalization advantages.

## 一言でいうと

The OLI paradigm explains why firms choose foreign direct investment based on Ownership, Location, and Internalization advantages.

## 意味

The eclectic OLI paradigm argues that a firm will invest abroad when it has ownership advantages (unique assets), location advantages (attractive markets or resources), and internalization advantages (benefits of keeping operations in-house). It helps compare FDI against alternatives like exporting or licensing. The framework supports structured evaluation of international expansion options.

## 役立つ場面

Chooses between exporting, licensing, or building a local subsidiary. Evaluates the attractiveness of different host countries. Assesses whether to internalize or outsource key activities.

- Chooses between exporting, licensing, or building a local subsidiary.
- Evaluates the attractiveness of different host countries.
- Assesses whether to internalize or outsource key activities.

## 使い方のポイント

- Ownership advantages include technology, brand, and capabilities.
- Location advantages include market access, talent, and regulation.
- Internalization advantages relate to control and knowledge protection.
- If one element is weak, other entry modes may be better.
- OLI factors change as markets and technologies evolve.

## よくある誤解 / 落とし穴

- OLI only applies to very large firms.
- Location advantage alone guarantees success.
- Internalization is always superior to partnerships.

## 最小例

A software company considered entering a new region. Its proprietary platform created ownership advantage, the local market size and talent created location advantage, and IP risks favored internalization. The firm established a local subsidiary rather than licensing. The decision reduced IP leakage and accelerated local growth.

## 似ている言葉との違い

Compare OLI Paradigm (Eclectic Framework) with adjacent concepts before deciding. OLI Paradigm (Eclectic Framework) | Current concept | Use when the team needs the primary decision lens Adjacent metric or framework | Supporting lens | Use when the team needs evidence or process detail General vocabulary | Broad explanation | Use only for orientation, not final decision-making

- OLI Paradigm (Eclectic Framework) | Current concept | Use when the team needs the primary decision lens
- Adjacent metric or framework | Supporting lens | Use when the team needs evidence or process detail
- General vocabulary | Broad explanation | Use only for orientation, not final decision-making

## FAQ

### When should I use OLI Paradigm (Eclectic Framework)?

Use it when the team needs to decide scope, priority, owner, or trade-off, not when it only needs a short definition.

### What makes OLI Paradigm (Eclectic Framework) useful in practice?

It becomes useful when it is tied to evidence, a decision owner, and a concrete next operating choice.

### What should I avoid?

Avoid using the term as a label without clarifying assumptions, boundaries, and how success will be judged.

## Sources

- Principles of Management (OpenStax) - https://openstax.org/details/books/principles-of-management
- Principles of Marketing (Open Textbook Library) - https://open.umn.edu/opentextbooks/textbooks/principles-of-marketing
- Principles of Management (OpenStax) - https://openstax.org/details/books/principles-management

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