Green Supply Chain Management Research Articles

Systematic Literature Review of Supply Chain Management

Supply Chain Management has become crucial in company development and competition since the late 20th century. The article provides a transparent definition of Supply Chain Management by examining the body of literature. It also explores the current state of research in Supply Chain Management and identifies potential areas for future research in forthcoming articles. The article analyzes the influential research of Supply Chain Management using various criteria, including disciplines, journals, countries, and authors' keywords. The analysis was based on a dataset of 76,493 articles obtained from the Elsevier and Springer databases between 2012 and 2022. The results reveal predominant involvement in disciplines such as Environmental Science (13,288; 17.37%), Medicine & Public Health (10,396; 13.59%), and Business & Management (8,498; 11.11%). The terms "Sustainability," "Green Supply Chain Management," and "Sustainable Supply Chain Management" underscore the shift towards integrating environmental concerns within Supply Chain Management, reflecting its growing significance in bolstering both operational efficiency and sustainability. The Systematic Literature Review further identifies a rapid integration of information technology into Supply Chain Management, indicating a crucial pivot towards digital solutions in managing supply chains more effectively.

Modelling the Combined Effect of Green Leadership and Human Resource Management in Moving to Green Supply Chain Performance Enhancement in Saudi Arabia

Previous research has been limited in examining the causal relationship between green transformational leadership (GTL) and green supply chain management (GSCM), with the intermediary influence of green human resource management (GHRM), within the pharmaceutical sector of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). This gap persisted despite the recognition in Saudi Vision 2030 of logistics, specifically, supply chain management (SCM), as fundamental to the national development agenda, given that contemporary competitiveness lies in the efficacy of supply chains (SCs) rather than individual companies. Moreover, the achievement of economic progress hinges significantly on how well these accomplishments align with sustainability demands and obstacles. This paper aims to investigate the extent to which GTL fosters GRHM practices to enhance the maturity of GSCM performance in the pharmaceutical industry in the KSA. In other words, the research goal is to explain the variance of GSCM due to GHRM and GTL. Drawing upon the Resource-Based View (RBV) and the Ability–Motivation–Opportunity theory (AMO), GTL can enhance many aspects of GHRM, such as employee performance measurement, training content design, recruitment criteria, and green-based rewards policies, which positively influence GSCM practices. The methodology employed is deductive and translated into a questionnaire derived from a comprehensive review of the existing literature. This questionnaire was subsequently tested through the collection of 111 responses from pharmaceutical companies operating in the KSA. The results show the critical effects of GTL and GHRM on GSCM in this sector. The research provides fresh theoretical perspectives and actionable recommendations based on the outcomes. As for originality, this research explores the contribution of transformational leadership and green human resource management in enhancing SC sustainability. The research provides directions for future research to investigate the mediating or moderating impacts of other significant factors, such as green thinking or eco-friendly behaviour, on SCM sustainability. As for practical implications, this research came up with an in-depth understanding of SC managers and professionals regarding their practices related to sustainability.

Determination of Sustainable Factors in Green Supply Chain Management With the Adoption of Green Logistics in the Manufacturing Industry

Determination of Sustainable Factors in Green Supply Chain Management With the Adoption of Green Logistics in the Manufacturing Industry

Circular economy in supply chain management: a framework for database tool development to enhance sustainability

ABSTRACT The study surveys circular economy (CE) theoretical building blocks, conceptualisation, and practical implementation within the supply chain. A narrative review synthesises the knowledge and maps research in the CE field. There are six major building blocks: waste management, industrial ecology, bioeconomy, cradle to cradle, green supply chain management, and product-service system. The paper examines their role and their overlapping activity within the supply chain. This study also generates a database containing 43 circular strategies, based on different stages in the supply chain. Each strategy is marked by its contribution towards CE, such as resource conservation, narrowing the loop, slowing the loop, or closing the loop. The database can assist actors to implement possible circular actions and policy makers to formulate supportive legislation. This study contributes to the contention of CE and its implementation.

A Green Supply Chain with Sales Effort under a Cost-Sharing Contract

Due to social and psychological factors, the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted international trade, dampened consumption globally, and resulted in conservative investment and spending. To stimulate economic recovery while promoting the establishment of a positive consumption awareness among people, enterprises endeavor to enhance competitiveness and expand market share through various means, such as advertising and discounting. With more attention paid to environmentally friendly products, there are greater challenges encountered by green supply chain management. In this study, a green supply chain network problem is analyzed, involving a manufacturer and a retailer. In addition to the construction of centralized and decentralized decision models, two cost-sharing contracts are adopted to reduce promotion costs for the retailer and improve the level of greenery in products. With the help of game theory, equilibrium decisions can be made by solving the models. According to the results of numerical experiment, cost-sharing contracts can effectively improve the level of greenery in products and the profitability of the supply chain, despite the inability to achieve a win–win situation.

Stage-wise green supply chain management and environmental performance: Impact of blockchain technology

In the era of globalisation, the use of technology and concerns for sustainability is eminent in the supply chain management practices. The current study focuses on sustainable and green supply practices in different stages of supply chain management and how they can be facilitated by blockchain technology (BT). The study has addressed the existing gaps in the area namely, the lack of research assessing stage-wise green supply chain for environmental performance focusing on BT. The current study aims to assess the impact of BT on different stages of the green supply chain and a firm's environmental performance. The study also focuses on analyzing the impact of green supply chain stages on environmental performance. The study uses PLS-based structural equation modelling approach to investigate the hypothesised relationships between BT adoption and stage-wise green supply chain practices. The data was collected from individuals from medium-sized enterprises from the manufacturing industry in India. The findings reveal a positive association between blockchain adoption and green supply chain management practices leading to enhancement in environmental performance. Furthermore, the study indicates a positive relationship between blockchain integration and different stages of the green supply chain, underscoring its multi-faceted impact on environmental performance. The findings imply that the BT adoption can facilitate the realization of sustainable supply chain practices and performance improvement.

The role of cultural factors in green supply chain management practices: a conceptual framework and an empirical investigation

Purpose The purpose of this study is to contribute to the debate on the impact of organizational culture and national culture on green supply chain management (GSCM) adoption by empirically testing the developed framework, and ultimately pave the way toward potential areas for future research. Design/methodology/approach Using survey data from a sample of Moroccan manufacturing firms, 130 responses were collected and analyzed using SPSS 25 and Smart PLS v 3.3.3 software. The paper used a convenience sample, as it is required by the quantitative method, which legitimate making generalization under certain conditions. Findings The research results indicated that the national culture does not influence the GSCM implementation. The results contradict a number of prior works. As for the second direct effect measured postulated that organizational culture has a direct and significant impact on the GSCM. The results indicate that adhocracy culture, clan culture and hierarchical culture have a positive impact on the implementation of GSCM initiatives. To assess the impact of ownership type on GSCM, we underlined the difference between local and foreign firms. In fact, as argued, the foreign firms are more implementing GSCM initiatives than local firms do. Based on the arguments advanced on prior literature, the firm size does, as expected, exert significant control over the adoption of GSCM initiatives. Research limitations/implications The paper here is a starting point to understand how environmental sustainability and culture are interlinked; further research might contribute to this topic by empirically testing the model in similar or different contexts, using different cultural frameworks. Practical implications The practical implications for the paper are related to the necessity of adopting adequate organizational culture to build responsible behaviors for GSCM adoption by Moroccan firms. Recognizing the powerful role of organizational culture as a crucial factor responsible for GSCM’s success beyond the well-defined corporate strategies, including market presence and technological advantages, etc. Social implications This paper contributes to the establishment of codependent links between sociology and management fields as it helps to update the social theories present in the operations management area. Originality/value To the best of the author’s knowledge, few works have pursued to review and bridge cultural theories with the GSCM implementation.

INVESTIGATING BARRIERS IN GREEN SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

The Green Supply Chain Management (GSCM) has emerged in today’s scenario in response to the growing concern of environmental sustainability. Green Supply Chain is a term that has it’s importance in the entire supply chain starting from the designing of the product to raw material procurement to manufacturing of the product to distribution and until the end-of-life of the product. It’s main aim is to minimize the negative impact of the supply chain activities and also to maximize the efficiency of resources along with reduction of the waste generation. There are a number of challenges in implementing green practices in the organization, which include the need for cooperation, collaboration and coordination among the partners of supply chain and also the need to identify the cost-effective green practices and technologies. There are a number of strategies which have been proposed to address the challenges faced. These include packaging which is eco-friendly, the concept of reverse logistics etc. The organizations which adopt the green supply chain practices in their organizations, gain various types of benefits from it. These benefits include savings in the costs as there is reduction in the consumption and also waste generation. The brand image of the organization is enhanced by the adoption of green practices and there is increase in the customer loyalty etc. Companieswhich use green supply chain management in their supply chain include Johnson and Johnson, Ford, Adidas, Nestle, Coca-Cola, Tesla etc. The adoption of green supply chain management (GSCM) faces multiple challenges including financial barriers, lack of awareness and supplier engagement, and regulatory complexity, while cultural resistance and technological limitations also impede its implementation. Success relies on top management support and overcoming these hurdles to develop sustainable practices across the entire supply chain.

Evolutionary Game Analysis of Green Supply Chain Management Diffusion under Environmental Regulation

The continuous deterioration of the ecological environment and the increasing scarcity of resources have posed a serious challenge to the survival and development of human beings, and the implementation of green supply chain management (GSCM) in this context is an effective means to ensure the sustainable development of society and the economy. In order to seek the optimal strategy of evolutionary game in the implementation of green supply chain management and explore the influence of environmental regulation intensity and public preference degree on the evolution process of green supply chain management diffusion development, this paper takes the study of green supply chain management diffusion as the core innovation point, and under the premise of environmental regulation, selects the government, the core enterprise, and the public as the participating bodies of green supply chain management diffusion, and uses the theory of evolutionary game to construct a diffusion model of green supply chain management. Using evolutionary game theory to construct a diffusion model, and with the help of MATLAB and other mathematical tools for numerical simulation analysis, we discuss the diffusion of the green supply chain and derive the optimal combination strategy. The results of the study show that: (1) there are four evolutionary stable states in the process of green supply chain management diffusion: preliminary diffusion, extinction, semi-diffusion, and full diffusion; (2) it will be beneficial for the government to promote the evolutionary diffusion of green supply chain management by implementing a higher intensity of pollution tax policy while implementing green supply chain incentive strategies; (3) the government, while implementing environmental regulation policies, should also pay attention to the guidance of the public’s awareness of environmental friendliness and greenness, and focus on the role of the comprehensive strategy selection of the three parties of the game in reaching the optimal state. The conclusions of the study provide theoretical guidance and decision support for the implementation and diffusion of green supply chain management under environmental regulation.

The role of supply chain management practices, supply chain responsiveness, and organizational capabilities on organizational performance

Purpose-Several internal and external elements impact an organization's performance. This study examines organizations' performance using both internal and external elements. Organizational capabilities are the internal aspects of the study, whereas supply chain management practices and supply chain responsiveness are the external factors. These three elements are believed to have a significant impact on an organization's performance. Design/Methodology/Approach-The study population focused on furniture micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises in Yogyakarta, Indonesia. The research data were collected through questionnaires administered to respondents, and the results of 50 respondents were obtained. Then, a model analysis was applied using Smart PLS. Findings-Supply chain management practices positively impact organizational performance, and supply chain responsiveness improves organizational performance. Organizational capabilities also have a favorable effect on organizational performance. If these three elements can be effectively utilized, it will enhance organizational performance. Research limitations/implications-Micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises must understand the importance of supply chain management and maximize its use to promote improvements in organizational performance. Business actors must maximize their efforts to achieve organizational success by considering other aspects, such as organizational capabilities. Originality/value-Research on organizational performance is currently lacking, especially in the case of micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises that are specifically associated with particular industries. Government rules, strategy orientation, and green supply chain management are just a few of the external and internal factors that have been the subject of prior research on organizational performance. As a result, this study examines the characteristics of supply chain management practices, supply chain responsiveness, and organizational capabilities in order to measure the performance of furniture micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises in Yogyakarta, Indonesia.

Research on the Application of Green Supply Chain Management: Based on SCOR Model

This paper takes Apple Inc. as the research object and explores the green supply chain management issues based on the SCOR model. By combining the SCOR model through the theoretical framework and the characteristics of Apple's supply chain, management practice suggestions are made to reveal Apple's green performance in terms of environment, resources, and social responsibility. The study results show that Apple performs better in green procurement and marketing, but is slightly inferior in green recycling storage, and transportation. This provides valuable ideas for Apple's subsequent industrial sustainable development strategy, as well as lessons and references for other companies and industries, helping to promote the green development of the entire supply chain industry. In the future, it will be a key area to continue in-depth research on promoting and optimizing green supply chain practices in different industries and enterprises of different sizes.

A Study on Impact of Green Supply Chain Management Practices on the Environmental Performance of Apparel Industry in Sri Lanka

Setting new strategies has become necessary due to increased attention to environmental concerns and a rising tendency among nations and organizations toward environmental sustainability. This study explores the impact of Green Supply Chain Management Practices on environmental performance in the Sri Lankan apparel industry. As a result, the study's objectives are to identify the impact of green supply chain management practices on environmental performance and provide recommendations for improving the environmental performance of the apparel industry. This study mainly focused on investigating the level of green supply chain management practices (GSCMP) including Internal Environment Management (IE), Eco Design (ED), Green Manufacturing (GM), Green Purchasing (GP), and Cooperation with Customers (CC). By adopting the convenience sampling technique and quantitative survey method and using a self-administered questionnaire, the study collects data from 60 employees, including managers and executives, from three leading apparel manufacturing companies located in the Western and North Western provinces of Sri Lanka. These findings imply that GSCMP are more likely to impact environmental performance, as evidenced by correlations and regression analyses. The study will analyze the data to identify the extent to which green supply chain management practices are implemented in the industry and provide insights into the potential benefits of green supply chain management practices for the apparel industry in Sri Lanka. Furthermore, the study's limitations are discussed, and potential areas for further research based on the study's findings are highlighted.An exploratory study can also examine the influence of GSCMP practices on organizational performance based on the other service sectors of Sri Lanka.

The effect of a green supply chain on a company's success

The potential of a conceptual model which integrates sustainabile logistics and management strategies to financial performance and organizational performance to lead to long-term profitability is studied in this research. Green logistics and distribution methods, as per the research, currently have a significant impact on the financial market and organizational performance. The organizational performance of green supply chain management and logistics and management practices is also examined in light of the moderating effects of ethical, ecological, and financial performance. Google form is used to develop a questionnaire due to the factor of COVID-19 element for instant data Collection. A 5-point Likert scale is used for the validity of the questionnaire statements. A statistical tool SPSS is used to analyze and examine collected data. Further linear regression is used to find the correlation, variance of the model, and significance of the variables.

Investigating the Nexus between Green Supply Chain Practices and Sustainable Waste Management in Advancing Circular Economy

While examining the potential synergies between green supply chain management (GSCM) and sustainable waste management (SWM), we aim to investigate the relationship between sustainable waste management and green supply chain practices to promote a circular economy as a strategy for achieving sustainability. To address a gap in our understanding, this study will examine how GSCM and SWM relate to one another and their effect on CE deployment’s long-term survival. The research utilized a cross-sectional design with a sample size of 50 respondents from manufacturing firms. The companies were selected using purposive sampling based on varying industry sizes and operations. The findings demonstrate considerable positive correlations among GSCM practices, SWM techniques, and CE adoption, making it evident that comprehensive sustainability methods are required. Stakeholder participation, circular business models, and better governmental frameworks to promote circularity are among the many recommendations. By providing empirical evidence for the connections between GSCM, SWM, and CE, this study contributes to the current body of knowledge. It emphasizes the value of all-encompassing sustainability strategies for reaping financial and environmental benefits.

Assessment of Green Supply Chain Management Practices Using Fuzzy Analytical Hierarchy Process

Assessment of Green Supply Chain Management Practices Using Fuzzy Analytical Hierarchy Process

Enhanced MAIRCA technique for green supply chain management based on spherical linear diophantine fuzzy information

Spherical q-linear Diophantine fuzzy sets (Sq-LDFSs) showed a significant improvement to handling uncertainty in multi-criteria decision-making (MADM). It is advantageous for two-parametric data as well as for data with three variable parameters. One of the most crucial functions of supply chain management is to increase competitive pressure. The study’s standout innovation, Multi-Attributive Ideal Real Comparative Analysis (MAIRCA), has been implemented to give powerful group decision-making. An ecological perspective is becoming more prevalent due to the competitive climate and customer perception. Green supplier selection (GSS) has become a significant issue. In this study, we address the problem of GSS, which aims for flexibility, robustness, ecological sensitivity, leanness, and feasibility. The feasibility criteria in recycling, environmental, carbon footprints, and water consumption are different from those in standard supplier selection. The aim of our work is to introduced the weighted Average/Geometric aggregation operators based on Sq-LDFSs. For this we defined some operational rules as a foundation of aggregation operators. Secondly we proposed a MAIRCA approach for Sq-LDFSs to address these issues. The MAIRCA strategy, which uses multi-criteria group decision-making (MCGDM) to evaluate and choose traditional and environmental conventionalities, is used to reduce instability and ambiguity. The spherical q-linear Diophantine fuzzy MAIRCA approach provides comparative analysis of decision-makers and criteria. By merging Sq-LDFS and MAIRCA, a hybrid strategy is formed, successfully selecting the best provider among options based on the order of significance. These numerical examples demonstrate the suggested MCGDM approaches that were applied in actual situations, giving a realistic appreciation of their efficacy. The comparative study of the final ranking further supports the idea that these strategies are dependable in decision-making processes in addition to being practical and usable.

Green ambidexterity innovation as the cornerstone of sustainable performance: Evidence from the Spanish wine industry

This research focuses on analyzing the impact of the Green Ambidexterity Innovation (GAI) on the Sustainable Performance (SP) of Spanish wineries, as well as the antecedent role of the Green Human Capital (GHC) and Green Supply Chain Management (GSCM) on the said variables. To achieve the research objective pursued, the study proposes a conceptual model based on previous studies, which is tested using structural equations (PLS-SEM). The research results reveal the existence of a positive and significant relationship between the development of GAI and SP of Spanish wineries, as well as the partial mediation of GAI in the GHC-SP and GSCM-SP linkages. The originality of the study derives from its pioneering nature, as the research enters unexplored terrain by investigating the role of GHC and GSCM as antecedent variables of GAI and SP, there being no previous research, to the authors' knowledge, that has ventured in this direction.

Development of a green supply chain management strategy for the aquaculture industry: The case of the common carp (Cyprinus carpio L.) hatchery industry in Ciparay District, West Java, Indonesia

Green Supply Chain Management (GSCM) is important in the sustainable aquaculture industry owing to environmental concerns and to achieve responsible management. However, research on GSCM in aquaculture is limited. This study aimed to develop conceptual framework and strategies for GSCM in carp hatcheries in the Ciparay District, West Java, Indonesia. The GSCM strategy was developed through the following steps: (1) observation and interviews with farmers and literature review to develop conceptual GSCM; (2) interview and questionnaire dissemination to farmers for green supply chain operational reference (SCOR) - Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) scoring to determine the performance of hatcheries that meet GSCM standards; and (3) formulation, using findings from green SCOR-AHP, of development strategies using SWOT and Quantitative Strategic Planning Matrix (QSPM) analysis for GSCM strategy development. The results showed that the conceptual GSCM in the aquaculture industry accommodates environment-friendly cultivation, resource management, distribution, waste management, and biosecurity. The performance of the GSCM in carp hatcheries was marginal and required improvement. The improvement was addressed using 12 alternative strategies grouped into environmental collaboration, green manufacturing, and investment recovery. Priority strategies included forming joint farmer groups for collaboration, training programs for green manufacturing, and using fish waste as pellets for investment recovery. Strategies are expected to improve GSCM in the carp hatchery industry and related sectors.

Power Dombi Aggregation Operators for Complex Pythagorean Fuzzy Sets and Their Applications in Green Supply Chain Management

Power Dombi Aggregation Operators for Complex Pythagorean Fuzzy Sets and Their Applications in Green Supply Chain Management

Book Review: Advertising and Promotion: Green Supply Chain Management: A Concise Introduction, Joseph Sarkis and Yijie Dou (Routledge, 1st Edition (2018) Pages: 188)

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