Background: The global supply chain landscape is undergoing a significant transformation with the increasing adoption of digital tools. Despite the potential benefits, many organizations struggle to effectively integrate these technologies due to a lack of systematic understanding and...

Supply chain transparency (SCT) aims to enhance supply chains, but research often reflects only the perspectives of lead firms, mostly from Western countries. This study examines a coffee supply chain from Peru to Switzerland, assessing the benefits and drawbacks of SCT for various stakeholders...

Purpose: The consumption of high levels of natural resources by Hotels, Restaurants and Catering -HORECA- has a significant impact on the environment. This paper examined the evolution of food waste and loss management in HORECA Supply Chain.Design/methodology/approach: A mixed methodology is...

Background: The supply chain refers to the full process of creating and providing a good or service, starting with the raw materials and ending with the final customer. It requires cooperation and coordination between many parties, including the suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, retailers,...

Background: Effective decision-making in supply chain contexts requires understanding how criteria interact to shape rational and transparent decision structures. This study investigates how behavioral aspects influence the structuring of decision-making logic and the interdependencies between...

Supply chain management is a multi-dimensional approach. Growing eco-consciousness has forced businesses to optimize operations and incorporate green practices across all the stages of supply chain in manufacturing and service sectors. Reviewing the past research literature propels us to...

Undoubtedly, Lean Supply Chain Management (LSCM) has been widely identified as a powerful approach to improving supply chain performance and gaining competitive advantage (CA). Despite the challenges faced by numerous organizations in effectively implementing and sustaining lean practices. This...

The research project "Cost allocation and incentive mechanisms for environmental, climate protection and resource conservation along global supply chains" (Project number 3722 14 101 0) commissioned by the German Environment Agency, analyses (dis)incentives for and barriers to the implementation...

This study delves into the potential role of psychological capital (PsyCap) on social psychology (SocPsych) within the realm of supply chain management (SCM). By exploring dimensions such as trust, power, perception, and social factors, it seeks to unearth their collective potential in...

Digital devices have revolutionized customer shopping behavior, giving rise to omni-channel retailing. Omni-channel retailing seamlessly integrates physical and digital channels, touchpoints, and supply chain operations. Owing to the rapidly evolving technology landscape, retailers struggle to...

As the global business landscape continues to evolve, the integration of advanced technologies has become imperative for enhancing efficiency and competitiveness. This paper explores the multifaceted role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in revolutionizing supply chain management (SCM). The...

Optimizing up- and downstream working capital interfaces (i.e., by shortening receivable terms, extending payable terms, or reducing inventories) has become increasingly important for companies of all sizes. For small companies, this is the case because they have no or merely limited access to...

Introduction: The aerospace industry has been significantly disrupted by recent economic downturns, underscoring the need for robust supply chain management. This is especially important given the complexity of aircraft manufacturing, the globalization of supply chains, and the requirement to...

Background: This study introduces a novel supply chain management (SCM) model tailored for the hospital industry in Thailand. The model emphasises the integration of third-party logistics (3PL) providers to streamline supply-processing-distribution (SPD) functions. By outsourcing non-core...

Background: The electronic Freight Transport Information (eFTI) regulation is critical in modernizing freight transport (FT) within the European Union by establishing a framework for the electronic exchange of information. Despite its importance, there is a notable gap in the literature...