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However, a precise understanding as to how inter-firm dynamics support the morphing of a focal net to develop a customer\u2019s solution is still not clear. This paper aims to provide an improved understanding of the dynamics at play between firms for providing a solution.<\/jats:p>\n<\/jats:sec>\n<jats:sec>\n<jats:title content-type=\"abstract-subheading\">Design\/methodology\/approach<\/jats:title>\n<jats:p>A qualitative and exploratory research approach is adopted, exploring the relationships at play within a focal net dedicated to providing a solution in the aerospace industry: a total of four triads are selected and analyzed, all of them involving the same buyer (the aircraft manufacturer) the same buyer\u2019s customer (the airline) and a different service provider. 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