Drawing from stakeholder theory, this paper explores how the supply chain characteristics of distance and power affects the adoption of consumer protection (CP) practices focused on product safety and supply chain security and assesses the implications for firm operational performance. A...

Purchasing and supply management (PSM) are crucial for the effective and efficient operation of manufacturing firms, now more than ever. The PSM function has evolved from being routine and mechanical to a function that delivers true competitive advantage. The trend toward increased globalization...

Improvement in energy efficiency (EE) has slowed globally since 2015 and is now falling short of the 2.6% per year target recommended by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, despite an abundance of EE opportunities. Barriers to EE have existed long before the rise in renewable...