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Suppliers on the other hand are very skeptical about methods in this area. Their fears of rising price pressure and potential losses of know\u2010how and competitive advantages are high. This article examines how strategic sourcing can be supported by Internet\u2010based methods. Thus, it tries to answer the question how the relationship between OEMs and suppliers will develop regarding the sourcing of complex material: will the Internet\u2010based relationships enhance collaboration or increase competition? An empirical study within the German automotive industry shows that the views of suppliers and OEMs differ substantially regarding the benefits and risks of an Internet\u2010based support of strategic sourcing. Hence, it seems that non\u2010technological problems are the main obstacles in the transition of these methods. 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