Abstract

AbstractIn this study, it is aimed to show how the companies working in the spare parts industry in the automotive sector support the concept of sustainable development and to give an idea about the effect of sustainability as an added value activity that increases productivity. In the sustainability analysis of the TR62 (Adana-Mersin) region automotive spare parts sector in our country, a qualitative research method was used and certain questions were asked to the companies under the dimensions of economic, social, and environmental sustainability. The findings obtained in line with the answers received were examined in detail under the headings of sustainability. It can be qualified that the companies providing spare parts in the automotive sector have general sustainability perspectives and sensitivities about sustainability dimensions. A comprehensive analysis of sustainability in the automotive spare parts industry and the findings reveal the originality of the study by considering the contribution to the literature. With this study, spare parts companies can determine their position in terms of sustainability criteria, put the works to be implemented in the order of operations, and adapt the general sustainability framework to their company.KeywordsAutomotive industrySpare parts sustainable developmentSustainabilityTR62 region

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