Supply Chain Research Articles

Generative AI capabilities for green supply chain management improvement: extended dynamic capabilities view

ABSTRACT This study aims to develop and evaluate generative artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities to enhance green supply chain management (GSCM) in the automotive industry, Indonesia. Prior studies have concentrated on constructing generative AI metrics; however, there is a lack of emphasis on developing the capabilities to address dynamic environmental challenges in GSCM. This study integrates dynamic capabilities view with organisational learning theory and employs the integrated fuzzy Delphi method and fuzzy synthetic evaluation-decision-making trial and evaluation laboratory approach to ascertain the valid attributes to facilitate GSCM improvement. The findings indicate that dynamic knowledge and innovative learning capabilities and reflexive control and measurement capabilities from the perspective of sensing capabilities, as well as co-evolution capabilities from the perspective of seising capabilities, are key capabilities that need to be prioritised to enhance GSCM. In practices, data gathering and analysis for predictive maintenance, and sales and operations strategy identification must be prioritised.

Exploring sustainable crop residue management practices: farmers’ perceptions in north India

ABSTRACT Purpose This research examined farmers’ adoption of Sustainable Crop Residue Management (SCRM) practices by validating the Protection Motivation theory (PMT) and Ecological Modernisation Theory (EMT) as theoretical underpinnings. This research validated the impact of factors like Coping appraisal, Social cognitive attributes, Habit, Risk perception, Supply chain practices and Health consciousness on actual adoption. The study further empirically analysed the impact of actual adoption on perceived sustainable performance. Design/Methodology/Approach A data set of 239 farmers from North Indian states was analysed to understand the perceptions of farmers. Only those farmers who were engaged in paddy and wheat cultivation were considered in this research. Partial Least Square Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) was applied to access and validate the hypothesized relationships. Findings Coping appraisal and supply chain practices emerged insignificant. Actual adoption had a significant and strong impact on perceived sustainable performance. Practical implication Based on the fact that farmers still need to adopt SCRM practices, the study provides significant pointers to the government, policymakers, and agricultural departments of North Indian states. Based on this study government needs to implement some focused policies had to be developed to boost farmers’ adoption. For example, targeted subsidies for machinery should be given to encourage farmers to adopt such practices. Theoretical Implications First, this research validates both PMT and EMT together in the context of SCRM practices. In addition, this research-validated a few other variables like Governments’ facilitative interventions, supply chain practices and perceived sustainable performance that previous studies failed to analyse, leading to a comprehensive model. Secondly, it creates a theoretical association among risk perception, social cognitive attributes, habit, government facilitative interventions, and supply chain practices. Originality/Value Due to the multitude of factors associated with paddy stubble burning, this research is an earnest effort to empirically analyse the variables influencing farmers’ decisions concerning the actual adoption of SCRM practices. This research is indeed a very initial attempt to comprehend the view-points of farmers to understand the reasons which make them go to crop residue burning despite awareness of the harmful effects of burning on human health and the environment.

Job role clarity: a missing component of supply chain visibility

Job role clarity: a missing component of supply chain visibility

Research on the coordination of a marine green fuel supply chain considering a cost-sharing contract and a revenue-sharing contract

Research on the coordination of a marine green fuel supply chain considering a cost-sharing contract and a revenue-sharing contract

Theory in action: operationalizing actor-network theory with system dynamics to transform indigenous chicken supply chains

Theory in action: operationalizing actor-network theory with system dynamics to transform indigenous chicken supply chains

Unmasking Human Trafficking Risk in Commercial Sex Supply Chains with Machine Learning

Unmasking Human Trafficking Risk in Commercial Sex Supply Chains with Machine Learning

Additive Manufacturing for Forward-Deployed Shipboard Surgical Teams.

Amphibious warships are now being deployed with established 3D printing departments capable of designing and manufacturing parts for aircraft or ship engineering needs. The ability to print with a variety of materials from heat stable polymers to metal constructs can be useful to shipboard medical departments to replenish consumable and durable supplies. This report aims to demonstrate the potential benefit of leveraging the afloat additive manufacturing capabilities for medical parts and supplies while deployed at sea. Shipboard additive manufacturing was used to re-supply a sevoflurane vaporizer key for the primary anesthesia machine which was found to be damaged and non-function during deployment. A surgical retractor intended for open surgical procedures and a scrub sink knee control lever were also manufactured. All items were rendered on the 3D computer-aided design program interface to match the desired part specifications, and a functional new part or instrument was printed while deployed at sea. Printed items were manufactured to acceptable specifications. The primary sevoflurane vaporizer key was tested and found to function as intended, allowing the primary operating room anesthesia machine to maintain functionality. The surgical retractor was sterilized at high pressure and high temperature with preserved material stability and deemed appropriate for clinical use. The scrub sink knee lever functioned appropriately once installed. No modifications were required post-manufacturing. This proof of concept report conducted onboard a forward-deployed amphibious warship provides a basis on which future applications can be applied. Digital libraries of medical and surgical supplies can be used to obviate supply chain costs and delays by manufacturing items afloat. 3D printing for on-demand use can decrease the risk of resource depletion and capability degradation in the shipboard medical department.

Study on the toughness of agricultural products industrial chain and supply chain

Agricultural products industrial chain supply chain is composed of farmers, agri-cultural cooperatives, agricultural products processing enterprises, logistics en-terprises, wholesale markets and supermarkets, and the whole industrial chain from farmers to consumers. There are many links and long chains in the supply chain of agricultural products in China, the supply chain is greatly affected by the external environment, and the supply chain is interrupted or has poor recovery ability after interruption. Therefore, the study of the supply chain resilience of agricultural products industry chain is particularly important. From the point of view of research methods, the main use of literature and induction method. Liter-ature data method is a method to obtain the required research content by searching relevant literature data. Induction method is a method to summarize the previous research results and use charts and other forms to reflect them. This paper uses the literature data method to summarize the research in related fields, aiming to pro-vide some reference for the research in related fields.

Suggestions on the resilience and quality safety of agricultural products industrial chain and supply chain

Under the new development pattern of "double cycle", how to improve the re-sili-ence and safety level of agricultural products industrial chain and supply chain is an important task to ensure the high-quality development of China's economy and society.Based on the theory of system science and from the per-spective of indus-trial ecology and resilience, this paper constructs an evalua-tion index system for the resilience and security of agricultural products indus-try chain and supply chain, uses entropy weight method and comprehensive index method to conduct an empirical analysis on the resilience and security level of China's agricultural products industry chain and supply chain, and puts forward policy suggestions to improve the resilience and security level of Chi-na's agricultural products industry chain and supply chain.

Research on the quality and safety of agricultural products industrial chain and supply chain

The quality and safety of agricultural product supply chain is related to national economic security and social stability. Under the new situation of com-prehen-sively and strictly governing the Party, ensuring the quality and safety of the sup-ply chain of agricultural products has become an important task. Based on the analysis of the current situation of the quality and safety of agricultural prod-ucts supply chain, this paper finds out the problems in the supply chain of agri-cultural products, and puts forward the countermeasures to improve the quality and safety of agricultural products supply chain.

Research on influencing factors of agricultural supply chain resilience

Due to the complex network relationship in the production, transportation, storage and other links of the agricultural product supply chain, the agricultural product supply chain is affected by external environment and internal factors, resulting in supply chain disruption events. Based on this, this paper first analyzed the con-no-tation of the toughness of agricultural supply chain, then sorted out the factors affecting the toughness of agricultural supply chain, and finally put forward countermeasures to improve the toughness of agricultural supply chain.

Production routing decisions in a two‐echelon supply chain with multiple delivery modes

Production routing decisions in a two‐echelon supply chain with multiple delivery modes

Is digitalization a double-edged sword for innovation? A buyer–supplier dyad

PurposeDigitalization presents both opportunities and challenges for collaborative innovation within supply chains (SCs). Based on resource dependence theory (RDT), this study examines the underlying mechanisms of digitalization and innovation performance, elucidating the mediation and moderating role of interfirm IT integration and relational norms in the above relationships.Design/methodology/approachHierarchical regression analysis is used to test the model from 170 buyer–supplier dyads in China.FindingsThis study’s empirical findings demonstrate that digitalization has an inverted U-shaped relationship with innovation performance in buyer–supplier relationships (BSRs), and interfirm IT integration partially mediates this relationship. Specifically, digitalization has an inverted U-shaped relationship with interfirm IT integration, and interfirm IT integration positively affects innovation performance. Finally, relational norms moderate this inverted U-shaped relationship, making it steeper.Originality/valueThis study embeds the impact of digitalization on innovation performance within SC relationships. By using the buyer–supplier dyad as the analysis unit, the study reveals that digitalization brings both benefits and risks to innovation performance in BSRs. Furthermore, by clarifying the role of interfirm IT integration and relational norms, the study uncovers the mediating mechanisms and boundary conditions in this relationship, thereby enriching the understanding of SC digitalization.

Pay-per-use business models as a driver for additive manufacturing adoption: supply chain implications

ABSTRACT Pay-per-use (PPU) business models serve as a catalyst to accelerate the adoption of additive manufacturing (AM) technologies across diverse industrial ‘as-a-service’ applications. This paper investigates opportunities and potential applications of PPU business models. It closes by proposing future PPU financing schemes and evaluating implementation risks and mitigation strategies in AM ecosystems. By carrying out a focused literature review and examining the existing use cases, we apply the 4I framework to contextualise these findings within the realm of AM. We found considerable barriers to upscaling AM’s commercial applications that currently prevent wider adoption. The proposed PPU business models provide pathways to reducing these barriers by reducing financing obstacles, encouraging co-innovation across supply chains and leveraging AM’s capabilities to offer customised, on-demand manufacturing solutions on an ‘as-a-service’ basis. They facilitate recurring revenue streams and promote sustainable financing through enhanced resource efficiency and waste reduction. This research represents one of the initial forays into exploring viable PPU financing schemes for AM.

Using Blockchain to Share Demand Forecasts in a Supply Chain

In this study, I explore the dynamics of a Cournot competition model involving two retailers and one manufacturer, focusing on the impact of blockchain technology on demand fore casting and profit sharing. By integrating blockchain for sharing demand forecasts among the participants, I investigate how this technology influences their profitability. My findings reveal that retailers opt to join the blockchain if the costs of participation are outweighed by the benefits of improved information access, leading to unconditional profit increases. Conversely, the manufacturer’s benefits from blockchain participation depend on two main factors: the level of uncertainty in aggregate demand and the intensity of competition in the retail market. Specifically, the manufacturer gains more when demand uncertainty is high and retail competition is low. This is because a less competitive retail market leads to higher aggregate orders from the retailers, compensating for the reduced volatility in demand. My study highlights the conditional benefits of blockchain technology in a Cournot competition setting, offering insights into strategic decision-making for manufacturers and retailers considering such technological investments.

Leveraging the supply chain costs and lead time impact of an innovative blockchain technology supply chain management application: the TrustyChain case study

Leveraging the supply chain costs and lead time impact of an innovative blockchain technology supply chain management application: the TrustyChain case study

Evaluating the Efficiency Measurement of Malaysian Logistics Company

Logistics plays a crucial role in the smooth flow of goods, data, money, technology, and individuals along the supply chain, which in turn affects the efficiency of commerce worldwide. Thus, a company's efficiency is very important. The purpose of this research is to find the efficiency score of 14 Malaysian logistic companies while enduring the Covid 19 pandemic in 2020. Data was gathered from corporate annual reports from 2010 to 2021. 14 Malaysian logistics organizations were chosen as decision making units (DMUs) for this study. The companies' performance was evaluated using the Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) model, Super Efficiency for input orientation. The primary findings show that companies cope very well to be consistently fully efficient. Further analysis of the results was done using the Super Efficiency model to identify the company that can be ranked as the most efficient. Due to the pandemic and the variables used as inputs and outputs for the DEA model were precisely taken from the financial statements, limits strategic analysis. The outcomes of this research are useful to aid in the evaluation of resource use and have the possibility to be used in evaluating current policies in order to guarantee that logistics businesses are efficient and sustainable.

Influence of contractual and relational governance on green supply chain management practices and sustainability performance in the construction industry

PurposeThis study establishes a framework of green supply chain management (GSCM) in the construction project context. The purpose is to empirically validate the effect of GSCM practices on environmental and organizational performance from the sustainability perspective and explore the distinct role of contractual and relational governance in promoting GSCM practices.Design/methodology/approachThis study used survey data collected from construction companies in China, with a sample of 159 responses participating in the analysis. This study applied a survey method to test the hypothesized relationships. Partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) was used to test the hypothesized relationships based on the survey data in Chinese construction industry.FindingsThe results demonstrate that in construction projects, GSCM practices have a positive effect on both environmental and organizational performance. Contractual governance is not significantly related to GSCM practices, while relational governance positively influences the implementation of GSCM practices. The results further demonstrate the indirect effect of relational governance on the relationship between contractual governance and GSCM practices.Originality/valueTheoretically, this study enhances the understanding of GSCM as a holistic method to integrate green practices into construction projects and reveals the distinct role of governance arrangements in greening construction supply chain, which contributes to project sustainability research. Practically, this study provides a systematic GSCM implementation framework and transformation path for the construction industry to achieve both organizational and environmental performance.

Navigating the New Frontiers in International Trade: The World Trade Organization as a Global Governance Forum

Abstract This article examines how the World Trade Organization (WTO) has evolved from a treaty-based Organization focused on reducing tariffs and eliminating discriminatory treatment into a global governance forum capable of addressing various trade-adjacent topics, such as global health and supply chains, in accordance with the ‘Marrakesh Spirit’. In particular, the WTO Director-General and Secretariat have enhanced its contributions to assist WTO Members in facing global challenges. Members have also established new areas of work and ways of working together, are working towards reform, and have engaged new stakeholders with responsibilities related to those of the WTO (such as the private sector). In doing so, the WTO has leveraged its fundamental role of governing cross-border trade to achieve the objective of sustainable development as stated in the Preamble of the Marrakesh Agreement and restoring trust in its system for the benefit of Members and all life on Earth.

A Perspective on Pathways Toward Commercial Sodium-Ion Batteries.

Lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) have been widely adopted in the automotive industry, with an annual global production exceeding 1000GWh. Despite their success, the escalating demand for LIBs has created concerns on supply chain issues related to key elements, such as lithium, cobalt, and nickel. Sodium-ion batteries (SIBs) are emerging as a promising alternative due to the high abundance and low cost of sodium and other raw materials. Nevertheless, the commercialization of SIBs, particularly for grid storage and automotive applications, faces significant hurdles. This perspective article aims to identify the critical challenges in making SIBs viable from both chemical and techno-economic perspectives. First, a brief comparison of the materials chemistry, working mechanisms, and cost between mainstream LIB systems and prospective SIB systems is provided. The intrinsic challenges of SIBs regarding storage stability, capacity utilization, cycle stability, calendar life, and safe operation of cathode, electrolyte, and anode materials are discussed. Furthermore, issues related to the scalability of material production, materials engineering feasibility, and energy-dense electrode design and fabrication are illustrated. Finally, promising pathways are listed and discussed toward achieving high-energy-density, stable, cost-effective SIBs.