Role In Supply Chain Management Research Articles

The Impact of Technology and COVID-19 on Mergers and Acquisitions: Implications for Supply Chain Management

This paper explores the issue of MA as it pertains to Supply chain elements such as Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), the role of technology, and supply chain efficiency. By exploring the issue further, the research seeks to assess the recent trend of increased mergers and acquisitions (MA) and how the activities affect the supply chain management (SCM) role. The results are important in understanding current trends in SCM when it comes to mergers and acquisitions. The discussion covered the role that COVID-19 played in increased trends in MA and technology's role in MA activities and success. The ultimate goal is to understand how technology and COVID-19 impact MA activities and how, in turn, the supply chain management role gets affected.

Examining the Correlation Between Sustainable Supply Chains and Economic Growth in the United States

This study addresses the critical intersection of climate change, depleting natural resources, and the urgent need for sustainability initiatives to ensure long-term economic growth and environmental conservation. With a growing demand for eco-friendly products and sustainable business practices, the role of supply chain management in promoting sustainable development has become increasingly significant. Hou et al. (2023) highlighted the convergence between sustainability and supply chains, identifying areas for future research. However, the relationship between sustainable supply chains and economic growth in the United States remains underexplored. This qualitative research aims to investigate this correlation by analyzing relevant literature and empirical studies. The findings will offer recommendations to support the United States in achieving its sustainability and economic growth objectives, considering its position as a global leader.

دور إدارة سلاسل التوريد في تحقيق الاستدامة في المملكة العربية السعودية

This study aimed to explore the role of supply chain management in achieving sustainability in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, where the focus was on analyzing how to improve environmental, social and economic efficiency through the application of sustainable supply chain management practices. The study was conducted using a sample of 170 participants from various sectors in the Kingdom, with the aim of collecting and analyzing data to determine the relationship between supply chain management and achieving sustainability. The results showed that there is a strong positive impact of supply chain management on achieving sustainability, as it was shown that adopting sustainable practices can lead to improved environmental performance, reduce operational costs, and enhance the public image of companies. Based on these results, the study recommends the need to enhance awareness of the importance of sustainable supply chain management, adopt sustainability-focused strategies as part of companies’ operational plans, in addition to providing the necessary support and training to employees to ensure that these practices are applied effectively.

Optimizing multi-channel procurement planning under disruption risks

Procurement plays a vital role in supply chain management, which directly affects the production, delivery, and reputation of enterprises. This paper investigates the multi-channel procurement planning problem (MCPP-R) considering the impact of disruption risk, uncertain demand and spot-market price. To meet the customer demand, the buyer can make purchases by signing a long-term contract with the primary supplier (PS), which offers certain advantages in price but may be susceptible to disruption risks. Alternatively, the buyer can enter into an option contract to retain the right to purchase from a backup supplier (BS). Additionally, the buyer can also purchase from the spot market with uncertain prices. During the procurement process, the buyer needs to decide the quantity to order from the PS and the quantity to reserve from the BS first, and then decide the quantities to reserve from a BS and the spot market respectively when the customer demand realization and spot-market price emerge. The MCPP-R is to find the optimal procurement portfolio solution with the minimum expected total procurement cost, formulated as a two-stage stochastic programming model. Due to the non-convex and non-continuous nature, the MCPP-R model is solved optimally by transforming equivalently into a shortest-path problem (SPP) with constraints. The solution method does not have specific requirements for the distribution of uncertain demand and spot-market price. We conduct extensive numerical experiments to analyze the impact of risk and uncertainty in demand and spot-market price on the procurement plan. The experimental analysis indicates that BS plays a crucial role in most cases, particularly with high disruption probability or high spot-market price.

Role of supply chain management in improving competitive advantage of Indonesian small and medium enterprises

Global competition has forced companies, including small and medium enterprises (SMEs), to improve their competitive advantage. Supply chain management practices are the ways to improve the competitive advantage, particularly in the global competition context. However, there is still doubt SMEs can compete globally, considering they face limited resources, skilled workforce, and business networks. Therefore, this study aims to examine the influence of supply chain management practices, covering cross-functional integration, partnership, responsiveness, and resilience. Moreover, this study has examined which practices dominate in improving competitive advantage. The quantitative study involved 445 SMEs located in East Java, Indonesia. The respondents are supervisors or higher levels and work in departments related to supply chain management, as they can provide the relevant information and possess complete knowledge of management practices. The data were collected via a questionnaire designed with a five-point Likert scale. The responses were analyzed using SmartPLS software 4.0. The results show that cross-function integration improves supply chain partnership, responsiveness, and resilience (β = 0.705, 0.382, 0.324; t-value = 25.177, 6.697, 5.783). Supply chain partnerships affect supply chain responsiveness, resilience, and competitive advantage (β = 0.327, 0.257, 0.249; t-value = 5.933, 4.536, 5.651). Moreover, supply chain responsiveness improves supply chain resilience and competitive advantage (β = 0.285, 0.106; t-value = 5.690, 2.099). Supply chain resilience improves competitive advantage (β = 0.435 and t-value = 8.987). SMEs can enhance their competitive advantage by integrating their internal cross-functional integration and adopting supply chain partnership, responsiveness, and resilience. Acknowledgments The authors would like to thank DIKTI 2023 and Research and Community Outreach Petra Christian University for providing the grant to fund this research.

Implementasi Manajemen Rantai Pasok (Supply Chainn Management) Pada PT. Yakult Indonesia Persada

This research discusses the implementation of supply chain management at PT. Yakult Indonesia Persada, Mojokerto, East Java branch. This research uses a literature study analysis method or literature review with secondary data sources. This research explains the main role in supply chain management implemented by PT. Yakult Indonesia Persada starts from suppliers, production processes, retail, distributors, to consumers. PT. Yakult Indonesia Persada collaborates with several local and foreign suppliers to obtain main raw materials such as skim milk powder from Australia and New Zealand, sucrose and dextrose from Cirebon, packaging materials, namely polystyrene plastic ore, from China. The production process is carried out using sophisticated high-tech machines and is carried out by competent human resources (HR) to create standardized products, distribution is carried out by PT. Yakult Indonesia Persada, namely by using land and sea routes with two distribution systems, namely direct sale distribution which is carried out using backup cars to be distributed to traditional shops such as food stalls to modern shops such as supermarkets, and yakult lady, namely distribution carried out by women who has been equipped with knowledge about Yakult products to disseminate information to consumers using motorbikes or bicycles. With this distribution system, it has proven to be quite good, as proven by PT. Yakult Indonesia Persada has regular consumers spread throughout almost all of Indonesia.

Analisis Biaya Transportasi dalam Pendistribusian Singkong Menggunakan Metode Northwest Corner dan Least Cost

Transportation plays an important role in supply chain management, where transportation is the process of determining how and when goods should be delivered to consumers. In the transportation method used, it is necessary to consider efficiency and speed in delivering goods. The object of this research is cassava plantations, which are in the Bogor district, especially in the Jonggol, Cariu and Sukamakmur sub-districts. The harvest from this plantation is allocated to 3 factory areas in the Bekasi district. The problem faced is the high transportation costs in allocating the harvest. So, the minimum distribution costs that will be incurred in allocating the harvest to various chip factories are not yet known, and the route and quantity of cassava that will be sent is not yet known. One method of transportation is the Northwest Corner (NWC) and Least Cost Method. The Northwest Corner and Least Cost methods are used in determining goods delivery routes, so that you can calculate the lowest transportation costs from one place to another. Based on the research results, the minimum distribution cost allocated for cassava is IDR 5,410,000.00 with distribution channels namely Cariu to Muktijaya as much as 90 tons, Sukamakmur to Cijengkol as much as 100 tons, Cariu to Ciledug as much as 10 tons, Jonggol to Ciledug as much as 140 tons, and Sukamakmur to Ciledug as much as 20 tons.

A Bibliometric Analysis of Supply Chain Management within Modular Integrated Construction in Complex Project Management

As construction projects become increasingly complex, modular integrated construction (MiC) has emerged as a pivotal solution, driving integrated development in complex projects. However, the reliance on prefabricated modules underscores the crucial role of supply chain management (SCM) in MiC, necessitating strategic planning and operational control. This study aimed to use bibliometric analysis to map the SCM knowledge domain within MiC. Through the use of keywords related to “supply chain” and “MiC”, 196 relevant papers were extracted from the Web of Science database. These papers were subjected to co-citation analysis, keyword co-occurrence analysis, and time span analysis to elucidate the historical evolution, multidisciplinary domains, and future directions in planning and control within SCM-MiC. The research identified two milestones in SCM-MiC’s historical trajectory, enhancing our understanding of its foundations. Moreover, 11 clusters were identified, illustrating the multidisciplinary nature of SCM-MiC. Dividing the literature into seven stages of the supply chain, the research outlined four research directions aligned with project complexity and technological development, highlighting current hotspots and gaps of the strategic planning and control. These directions bridge the construction management and information technology domains, guiding future SCM-MiC research within complex project management.

Supply Chain Management: Survey Consumer Preferences and Market Potential (Study Literature Review)

The supply chain management article: survey of consumer preferences and market potential is a scientific literature review article within the scope of operational management science. This article aims to create a hypothesis regarding the relationship between factors, which can subsequently be utilized for future research in the field of human resource management. Descriptive qualitative research methodology was employed in this study. The data utilized in this study was derived from prior research that remains pertinent to the current investigation. The data was gathered from reputable academic online platforms, including Publish or Perish, Google Scholar, digital reference books, and Sinta journals. The findings of this study are as follows: 1) Consumer preference surveys play a role in supply chain management: Surveys offer significant insights into consumer preferences, wants, and expectations pertaining to a specific product or service. These insights serve as the foundation for organizations in formulating marketing strategies, developing products, and managing inventory. By gaining a comprehensive grasp of consumer preferences, organizations have the potential to enhance customer happiness, streamline their supply chains, and attain a competitive edge in marketplaces that are becoming progressively intricate and dynamic; and 2) Market potential plays a role in supply chain management: market potential offers a comprehensive overview of the current market size, potential for growth, and consumer patterns in a specific region or demography. This data enables organizations to develop supply chain strategies that are characterized by enhanced efficiency and adaptability in response to dynamic market needs. Through a comprehensive comprehension of market potential, organizations are able to effectively identify prospective market segments, formulate suitable expansion strategies, and adapt their supply chain approaches in order to maximize profitability and foster corporate expansion.

Influence of supply chain management on the sustainable construction industry in Algeria

The construction industry, a pivotal business sector facilitating physical infrastructure and equipment provision, holds a significant indirect influence on diverse industries. This study investigates the role of supply chain management in enhancing sustainable construction practices within the Algerian construction industry. The research delves into the relationship between traditional supply chain management and sustainable construction, employing a quantitative approach. Data collection involved a survey comprising 61 items, utilizing a five-point Likert scale, gathered through an online survey method targeting managers, supervisors, executives, and suppliers in the Algerian construction industry. With 237 participants from construction companies in Algeria, the study utilized Smart PLS for data analysis, confirming a positive relationship between traditional supply chain management and sustainable construction through partial least squares (PLS) path analysis. The findings provide valuable insights for future stakeholders, guiding employers, designers, manufacturers, contractors, and suppliers to enhance supply chain management practices for sustainable construction in Algeria. Consequently, this study offers significant results with practical and theoretical implications, contributing to the integration of sustainable supply chain management in Algerian construction. In summary, the research addresses the relationship challenges between traditional supply chain management and sustainable construction practices in Algeria.

The role of supply chain management in improving performance of Jordanian small and medium enterprises

Supply chain management practices are always helpful for multinational enterprises in increasing their growth. However, there has always remained an open debate about which practices are helpful for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Therefore, this study has examined the influence of supply chain management practices on the performance of SMEs. Moreover, it has examined how the moderation of supply chain ecocentricity and innovation capabilities strengthens or weakens the relationship between supply chain management practices and SMEs’ performance. The quantitative study involved 352 SME managers as they can provide the relevant information and possess complete knowledge of management practices. The data were gathered via a questionnaire, and the responses were analyzed using IBM SPSS 28 and IBM AMOS. The results show that SMEs’ performance is linked to supply chain management practices (β = 0.544; P < .001), and this linkage is further strengthened by supply chain ecocentricity (R2 change = 0. 082***, F-Statistics = 47.18) and innovation capabilities (R2 change = 0.061***, F-Statistics = 39.74). SMEs can enhance their performance by efficiently incorporating supply chain management practices and developing innovation capabilities and supply chain ecocentricity. AcknowledgmentsThis study is funded by Al Hussein Bin Talal University, Ma’an, Jordan, No. 125/2023.

How to Manage Supply Chains Successfully in Transport Infrastructure Projects

The objective of this research is to assess the influence of effective supply chain management on the success of transport infrastructure projects, considering the moderating effects of building information modeling (BIM) and environmental factors. Data were collected through questionnaires from construction projects and subjected to analysis to gain insights into the contributions of various supply chain management strategies to the overall performance of transport infrastructure projects, as well as how the presence of BIM and environmental considerations affect this relationship. The data were subjected to analysis using partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM). The results of this investigation revealed a significant impact of supply chain management practices in the construction industry on the performance of transport infrastructure projects, with BIM and environmental considerations acting as moderators in this association. This study holds both practical and theoretical significance, as it contributes to the existing body of knowledge by shedding light on the role of supply chain management in construction and its influence on the success of transport infrastructure projects while also exploring the moderating influence of BIM and environmental factors. The findings provide valuable perspectives for improving supply chain management practices in construction, thereby enhancing the outcomes of transport infrastructure projects.

Building Organizational Resilience: In the Role of Supply Chain Management

Supply chain management plays a pivotal role in the broader landscape of organizational resilience. In an era of globalization and interconnectivity, supply chains have grown increasingly complex. They extend across borders, involve multiple suppliers, and are susceptible to various risks and disruptions. Consequently, the effectiveness of supply chain management is crucial in building and maintaining an organization’s resilience (McKinsey, 2022). At the heart of this connection is the acknowledgment that a well-orchestrated supply chain can be both a source of competitive advantage and a safeguard against potential disruptions. Efficient supply chain management enables organizations to maintain uninterrupted operations, even when facing adverse conditions. This paper looks at the role of supply chain management in building supply chain resilience. The research studies previous literature, the current trends in supply chain management, and where we see the tides shifting in the future. Keywords: Supply chain management, organizational resilience.

Sustainable development trends in the Ukrainian logistics market

The article explores the impact of current challenges on Ukraine’s logistics sector, emphasizing its crucial role in supply chain management and integration into the global economy. Political instability and military conflicts have severely disrupted logistics, particularly due to port closures and transport route blockages, necessitating immediate strategic adjustments by companies. The study examines the evolution of the logistics market and how global and local factors influence process optimization. The need for new strategies to rebuild the damaged logistics infrastructure during post-crisis recovery is substantiated. Using quantitative and qualitative methods, including trend analysis, comparative analysis, expert interviews, and case studies, the article offers a comprehensive understanding of the Ukrainian logistics market’s dynamics and challenges. It identifies key industry transformations, such as digitalization, shifts in international trade, and adaptations to domestic market conditions, underscoring the importance of integrating advanced technologies into supply chain management. The article also emphasizes the critical role of flexible and efficient logistics strategies in supporting the national economy’s sustainability amid global challenges and internal shifts. It highlights the role of adaptive logistics in maintaining economic stability and international competitiveness while addressing the opportunities and challenges these strategies present.

The role of supply chain management's key dimensions on supply chain performance and competitive advantage in Indian SMEs

The role of supply chain management's key dimensions on supply chain performance and competitive advantage in Indian SMEs

The role of supply chain management's key dimensions on supply chain performance and competitive advantage

The role of supply chain management's key dimensions on supply chain performance and competitive advantage

Assessing organizational commitment and organizational citizenship behavior in ensuring the smoothness of the supply chain for medical hospital needs towards a green hospital: Evidence from Indonesia

This research examined the relationships between Organizational Commitment, Organizational Citizenship Behavior (OCB), the Supply Chain, and Green Hospital practices in a healthcare setting. A cross-sectional study was conducted using self-reported data from healthcare employees. Structural equation modeling was employed to analyze the relationships and mediation effects. The study confirmed that Organizational Commitment positively impacts the Supply Chain and Green Hospital practices. Similarly, Organizational Citizenship Behavior significantly influences the Supply Chain and Green Hospital initiatives. The Supply Chain was found to have a positive impact on Green Hospital practices and served as a mediator in the relationships between Organizational Commitment and Green Hospital and Organizational Citizenship Behavior and Green Hospital. The research provides valuable insights for healthcare organizations seeking to enhance their sustainability efforts. Fostering Organizational Commitment and Organizational Citizenship Behavior among employees can contribute to more efficient supply chain operations and environmentally responsible practices. The study underscores the crucial role of supply chain management in translating commitment and proactive behaviors into tangible sustainability initiatives. The research is context-specific, and using self-reported data and a cross-sectional design may limit generalizability. Future studies should explore these relationships in diverse settings and consider longitudinal or mixed-method approaches.

The impact of digital transformation on corporate supply chain management: Evidence from listed companies

In the current economic environment, the digital transformation of businesses plays a pivotal role in supply chain management. This study, based on data from Chinese listed companies between 2012 and 2021, empirically tests the significant enhancement of total factor productivity in enterprises due to digital transformation by matching data at the enterprise level of upstream suppliers and downstream customers. This conclusion remains valid even after endogeneity and robustness tests. Further analysis reveals that digital transformation exerts its influence by optimizing supply-demand matching and reducing transaction costs. The impact of digital transformation exhibits heterogeneity in the characteristics of vertical relationship structures, including differences in enterprise scale, ownership nature, and innovation level. Such changes drive the overall efficiency improvement of the corporate supply chain, leading to higher productivity for businesses. The research results provide compelling evidence for understanding the central role of digital transformation in supply chain management and offer significant insights for advancing the digital process and construction of supply chains.

Developing the Balanced Scorecard to Assess Investment Risks in Islamic Banks: The Yemeni Environment as a Model

this research aims to provide a Proposal Approach to developing a balanced scorecard for the use of assessing investment risks in Islamic banks. The researchers focused on the risks that are unique to Islamic banks from traditional banks, represented by the risk of the rate of return, the displaced commercial risk, the Fiduciary risk, Al- shari’a non-compliance risk, and the risk of investment in capital. To achieve this, the researchers relied on applying the Proposal Approach for three Islamic banks in Yemen due to the availability of their data in the annual reports. The results showed that there is a deficiency in the assessment of investment risks in Islamic banks with regard to the risks the Islamic banks are unique for, such as risk of the rate of return , the displaced commercial risk, the Fiduciary risk, Al- shari’a non-compliance risk, and the risk of investment in capital, It focused its attention on common risks between Islamic and commercial banks, such as credit risks, market risks, liquidity risks, and operational risks. The results also showed an effective role for the balanced scorecard in assessing investment risks in Islamic banks, which enhances the role of risk management in controlling and monitoring of the investment risks and taking appropriate procedures to reduce these risks to the acceptable levels. Keywords: Investment Risks, Risk Assessment, Balanced Scorecard.

Does digital economy development matter? Role of supply chain management and CO2 emissions in BRICS.

Large risks and opportunities arise for production operations as a result of international governmental initiatives to limit carbon emissions. In instance, high-emitting manufacturing processes may be a reflection of productive inefficiencies and the uncertainty of the prices of carbon dioxide emissions. Recently, there has been a lot of attention paid to the topic of ecologically responsible supply chain management. Therefore, participants in the supply chain have worked together to create effective contracts, often known as green supply chain management contracts. In order to demonstrate the key role of financial efficiency, environmental sustainability, and supply chain management in sustainable growth and digital technology development, this study considers the data for BRICS economies over the period of 2008-2022. However, under the supply chain management, this study considers the innovation efficiency, input, and output to evaluate the external determinants. However, this study employs the OLS, 2SLS, and AMG estimator to demonstrate the robust and reliable outcomes for selected economies. In compile words, this study divides empirical scheme into two different explained variables such as sustainable growth and development of digital technologies. However, to show empirical scheme very catchy, the present study uses the simultaneous equation models. Therefore, all selected indicators of sustainable growth contribute to economic growth efficiently except the foreign direct investment. Besides for the digital technology development, all factors significantly contribute to digital technologies except the carbon emissions and foreign direct investment. Additional robust tests confirm the consistency and stability of the findings reached in this research. Thus, to improve economic performance, digital economy development, and sustainability, authorities in BRICS areas should develop strategies that enhance digital economy development under the green supply chain management.