Abstract
This article is to introduce a way to build a new instrument, especially a readiness assessment tool. An example case is assessing the readiness of domestic enterprises to link up with foreign enterprises in the global supply chain. The highlight of this paper is the use of available data sources - expert opinions published in the mainstream press to develop measurement criteria. The methods for checking the stability and accuracy of the instrument are introduced in detail. For studies that collect data through questionnaires, research results depend a lot on the quality of the scale. This paper contributes empirical knowledge to researchers in developing a new instrument with high reliability.
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