Supply Chain Management - Science topic

1. Metaheuristics for industry 4.0 2. Multi-agent systems for solving combinatorial optimization problems 3. Decarbonizing Short Food Supply Chains 4. Models and Algorithms for electric mobility 5. Sustainability in Supply Chain Management: A Paradigm for Global Transformation 6. Lean and Analytical Approaches in Urban Logistics and Supply Chain 4....

The Special Issue "Innovations in Optimization and Operations Research" aims to bring together cutting-edge research and novel advancements in the fields of optimization and operations research. This Special Issue seeks to provide a platform for researchers, practitioners, and experts from diverse disciplines to share their innovative ideas, method...

Safety risk and operational efficiency in sustainable coal supply was an issue in the coal distribution supply chain. An online survey evaluating safety hazards, operational effectiveness, logistic service providers, and sustainable supply chain management was completed by 89 consumers of coal logistic service providers. In contrast, this study aim...

As China's position in the market weakens due to the coronavirus disease, supply chain managers are looking for alternatives to safeguard their businesses. India, with its strategic location, infrastructure and growing economy poses a great option. Several industry sectors in India are performing exceptionally well and can tap into the opportunity...

Artificial Intelligence Enabled Management: An Emerging Economy Perspective is a thought-provoking book that explores the complex issue of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in developing countries. The capabilities of AI are enormous with a broad spectrum of applications, ranging from manufacturing to service industries. This book explores the multifari...

The competiveness in manufacturing, coupled with the need to reduce cost and manufacture of smaller or fewer, sometimes complex components has accelerated the growth of additive manufacturing in recent years. However,there is need to determine how the cost in additive manufacturing can be brought down. This research provides an updated estimate of...

Globalization has changed supply chain management into a complex interplay of global integration and the need for local adaptation. This study conducts a comprehensive, multidimensional analysis of the delicate balance between these two supply chain management strategies. The goal of this study is to decipher the complex dynamics that organizations...

This exploration examines the potential effects of certain control variables, like firm age, possession, and size of an environmental management organization certification, on any collaborative execution when adapting green supply chain system habits. The study will examine how these variables may influence different features of collective performa...

Logistics is an integral component for success of an organisation. So correct decision on express logistics procurement plays a critical role in success in delivering right product at right place and right time. Procurement of express logistics service is not very straight forward, instead it requires evaluation of multiple factors.The objective of...

The Green Supply Chain Management (GSCM) describes the integration of environmental factors into Supply Chain Management (SCM), with also formulation of appropriate architectural features, material sourcing and selection, production methods, shipping of the completed product to the customers, and end-of-life management of the product after its usef...

Background: Material Requirements Planning (MRP) is critical in Supply Chain Management (SCM), facilitating effective inventory management and meeting production demands in the manufacturing sector. Despite the potential benefits of automating the MRP tasks to meet the demand for expedited and efficient management, the field appears to be lagging b...

The purpose of this study is modelled a supply chain management (SCM) system which synchronizes a series of inter-related business process in order to: optimal procurement of raw materials from nature, transportation of raw-materials into warehouse, then production of the goods in the production centre and finally distribution of these finished goo...

HEYTEA, a leading Chinese milk tea industry brand, has achieved significant success through innovative marketing strategies. The companys introduction of a cheese and fruit tea drink revolutionized the beverage industry. 2016 the brand rebranded as HEYTEA to signify its dedication to ongoing development and advancement. HEYTEA prioritizes creating...

The COVID-19 epidemic has transformed the sports brand industry, with a greater emphasis on health and fitness, resulting in increased demand for sports brands such as Lululemon. Lululemon, on the other hand, faces difficulties in acquiring and retaining male customers. Lululemon's gendered image has historically turned off male customers. As a res...

The use of sustainability is of utmost importance when it comes to tackling the environmental issues that our global community is currently confronting, ranging from climate change to the depletion of natural resources. The publication titled “Beyond Limits: Envisioning Sustainable Design and Production Ecosystems” delves into the imperative need f...

Supply chain management integrates activities through improved supply chain relationships to achieve sustainable competitive advantage. The major objective of the study is to review academic articles published previously concerning the relationship between supply chain management practices and competitive advantage to indicate a direction that coul...

Blockchain technology has emerged as a potential solution to improve healthcare services by offering secure, transparent and efficient management of healthcare data. The paper presents an overview of the applications, benefits, challenges and recommendations for using Blockchain technology in healthcare. A systematic literature review has been cond...

Over the past 20 years, there have been significant changes in the supply chain business. One of the most significant changes has been the development of supply chain management systems. It is now essential to use cutting-edge technologies to maintain competitiveness in a highly dynamic environment. Restocking inventories is one of a supplier’s mai...

Sago palm is a potential starch-producing plant capable of providing economic benefits to the local community. However, its utilization still needs to be improved. Hence, optimal supply chain management is expected to control the availability of sago starch and other processed sago products to be more effective and sustainable. This study aims to a...

The study measures the moderating effect of organizational trust on customer relationship management and organizational performance of manufacturing firms in Nigeria. Data was collected using a questionnaire from 381 respondents in the Nigerian manufacturing industries. Partial least squares structural equation path modeling (SMART PLS-SEM 4) was u...

The rapid growth of retailers has resulted in increasingly fierce business competition in the market for the sale of goods and services offered to achieve excellence. One of the best service strategies for introducing various innovations in enterprise resource planning is to capture consumer interest in using these services. This study aims to exam...

Design/Methodology: This study involved supply chain managers in manufacturing companies in DKI Jakarta and West Java Provinces, Indonesia. The reason is that these two provinces had many manufacturing companies and were two of the largest industrial cities in Southeast Asia. Based on the survey conducted, there were 160 questionnaires distributed....

This study conducts a review on the research trend of studies on e-procurement. 1323 publications were recovered from Scopus database by means of some selected keywords from 1976 and 2022. A scientometric analysis was the used to extract bibliometric data using the VOS viewer software. Results of the review confirm that there has been a general inc...

The aim of the study is to provide an analytical view to the gradual development in the issue of online reputation management of courier, delivery and shipping companies, or the entire logistics chain associated with the electronic commerce ecosystem. The research is carried out as a follow-up to the previous year, in which basic measurements were...

In recent years, the global emphasis on sustainability and environmental responsibility has driven signi cant research and innovation in the elds of materials science and manufacturing. is Special Issue aims to contribute to the ongoing e orts toward sustainability by focusing on the applications of decision-making models and advanced optimization...

Background: Given the effervescent nature of external dynamic exasperations (EDEs) and uncertainties, this article enterprise application architecture (EAA) evaluates the probable effect on actual adoption of enterprise application architecture for supply chain management (SCM). Actual adoption (AA) of EAA is a major need for small and medium, henc...

The significance of this manuscript lies in the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic, officially declared by the World Health Organization (WHO) on the 30th of March, 2020, and its persistent influence on a global scale even after a span of three years. This unprecedented event has instigated impediments across diverse economic domains, with tourism...

Blockchain and tokens are relatively new research areas insufficiently explored from both technical and economic perspectives. Even though tokens provide benefits such as easier market access, increased liquidity, lower transaction costs, and automated transactional process, their valuation and price determination are still challenging due to facto...

Prefabricated buildings usually involve various project participants and complicated processes of design, manufacturing, transport, assembly, and construction, which means they constantly face supply chain disruptions. As a tool to realize information integration and facilitate communication among project participants in the supply chain, building...

Effective supply chain management (SCM) hinges on seamless integration among stakeholders, a concept extensively explored in literature. This involves efficient coordination, collaboration, and swift information sharing to align everyone toward common goals, ultimately reducing costs and inefficiencies. Integration enhances communication decision-m...

Introduction: The new Medical Supplies Management Information System (MSMIS), an e-based logistics management system was implemented in 2023 by the Medical Supplies Division of the Ministry of Health, Sri Lanka to effectively manage medical supplies among state healthcare institutions across the island. The new system replaced the previous MSMIS to...

ملخص: هدفت هذه الدراسة الى توضيح دور إدارة سلسلة التوريد الخضراء في تحقيق الميزة التنافسية بمؤسسة كوندور برج بوعريريج، وذلك من خلال مختلف أبعاد سلسلة التوريد الخضراء (الشراء الأخضر، التصنيع الأخضر، التوزيع الأخضر، التسويق الأخضر والامداد العكسي)، حيث كانت عينة الدراسة 39 موظف بمختلف المستويات الإدارية، واستخدمنا في تحليلنا برنامج الحزمة الإحصائية S...

The hospitability industry continues to face mounting pressures and demand for increased customer satisfaction by customers. The increased relevance of Supply chain management (SCM) influence on services rendered by the industry and the ripple effect on the satisfaction of customers of businesses in the value chain has been well articulated. This s...

Traceability and transparency are crucial aspects of humanitarian supply chains to ensure the efficient delivery of aid. Existing research emphasises the need for improved traceability and transparency to address challenges like corruption, counterfeit goods, and inefficient distribution. Traditional systems, however, often lack the necessary infra...

This study intends to bridge the extant literature and knowledge gap by investigating UK textile manufacturing to demonstrate the effect of supply chain practices and organisational performance. The significance of this research cannot be understated and will be of great significance to textile companies in the UK and globally as it will offer bene...

Social bottom line has been acknowledged as a significant indicator for sustainability index measurement in the supply chain management. The use of resources sourced at national and regional levels as prime factors for modeling sustainability using independent variables has been widely corroborated. However, the application of statistical-based mod...

The Goods and Services Tax (GST) that was implemented in July 2017 to simplify and harmonize the domestic consumption tax system has taken a firm root and is a reality. However, the potential gains from the reform are yet to be fully realized, and the reform is still a work in progress. In the last five years, the tax has settled, and there are sig...

Proper supply chain management helps to ensure business continuity considering the increased importance of globalization. Logistics processes play an important role in keeping the supply chain running smoothly, and warehouse management is one of the most important logistics activities. The movement of freight flows in the supply chain poses many ch...

We are seeking high-quality research papers that present innovative solutions, practical case studies, and novel approaches related to operations management and Industry 4.0. We invite submissions that cover various topics including but not limited to: · The impact of operations management tools and industry 4.0 technologies on supply chain resi...

Global warming is causing many challenges but also facilitating some economic benefits. The benefits to supply chain management (SCM) in the Arctic region are the scope of this chapter. To achieve this goal, this chapter reviews the existing literature on supply chain (SC) activities in the Arctic over the past 100 years, lists opportunities and ch...

Blockchain technology has gained widespread popularity due to its robust security features, making it an attractive solution for various applications such as cryptocurrency, healthcare, supply chain management, and asset administration. However, limited research has been conducted on the limitations and security issues associated with blockchain te...

Introduction Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) are digital assets that are verified using blockchain technology to ensure authenticity and ownership. NFTs have the potential to revolutionize healthcare by addressing various issues in the industry. Method The goal of this study was to identify the applications of NFTs in healthcare. Our scoping review was...

Modern supply chain networks operate in an increasingly unstable business and geopolitical environment alike. Nowadays, supply chains are not only threatened by traditional sources of uncertainty that are related to the geographically dispersed nature of their operations but also by new sources of uncertainty that arise from the geopolitical unrest...

This article examines the influence of supply chain management systems (SCMSs) on agricultural businesses in Vhembe District. The study is grounded in qualitative research design. The data for the study was gathered from sixteen in-depth interviews carried out in 2021 with community leaders and accredited members of the Vhembe District Municipality...

Wood pellets have gained global attention due to their economic availability and increasing demand for bioenergy as part of sustainable energy solutions. Management of the wood pellet supply chains, from feedstock harvesting to bioenergy conversion, is critical to ensure competitiveness in the energy markets. In this regard, wood pellets supply cha...

The dynamics of humanitarian aid supply chain management are examined in this paper. unveiling challenges rooted in urgency, resource limitations, collaboration, and cultural diversity. Through qualitative case studies and quantitative analysis, strategies like stakeholder collaboration and adaptive planning come to light. The transformative influe...

Blockchain technology has emerged as a revolutionary tool in various sectors, including finance, supply chain management, and healthcare. One area where it holds immense potential is estimating demand for internet data in Africa. This essay will compare and contrast the use of blockchain technology for this purpose. Firstly, both traditional method...

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to investigate the relationships between technology orientations and export performance of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Design/methodology/approach A quantitative research design was adopted for this study. The paper formulates hypotheses from the literature review. These hypotheses are tested usi...

The block chain-enabled supply chain management system is a decentralized and transparent platform that provides end-to-end visibility and traceability of products and transactions across the supply chain. The system leverages the power of block chain technology to ensure data integrity, security, and immutability. The system enables real-time moni...

Today, most businesses have realized the importance of supply chain management and have made efforts to improve their overall performance in the field. It can be said that efficient logistics operations, both in financial and non-financial fields, cannot be achieved except by improving the supply chain. Surveys show that most of the retail chain co...

This paper presents an Excel-based continuous review inventory management game designed for classroom use. The game provides an engaging and interactive way for students to learn about inventory management concepts. Students make decisions regarding order quantity and reorder point every simulated four weeks to minimize annual costs. Students can s...

Background: Municipalities’ non-performance in terms of service delivery is often considered to be a significant concern that affects the community. Municipalities constitute the most important sphere of government as they operate at grassroot level and are mandated to provide essential services to communities. A lack of governance, poor financial...

This Special Issue aims to shed light on sustainable production, operations, and supply chains for providing meaningful managerial implications and research recommendations. The submitted articles are anticipated to act as a ‘guide map’ for both academics and practitioners in designing and (re)configuring efficient supply networks, building upon th...

The primary objective of this article is to conduct a comprehensive evaluation and synthesis of the latest literature on integrating Machine Learning within the topic of Supply Chain Management. In addition, a review has been done to determine which fields/ disciplines were included in the reviewed literature and how Machine Learning may impact Sup...

In the current pharmaceutical context of Jordan, the significance of Business Intelligence (BI) has emerged as a crucial factor in designing efficient planning methods. This research investigates the transformative impact of business intelligence (BI) in four key domains: drug development enhancement, operational optimization, compliance assurance,...

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...

The utilization of blockchain technology is increasingly emerging as a catalyst for significant changes across multiple industries, including the domain of Islamic finance. This study examines the influence of blockchain technology on the factors that contribute to the successful adoption of blockchain in Islamic banks located in the United Arab Em...

The utilization of simulation modelling in supply chain management has proven to be a valuable tool for logistics service providers, enabling them to optimize their operations and meet customer demands efficiently. AnyLogic, with its diverse capabilities in discrete event simulation, system dynamics, and agent-based simulation, stands out as a powe...

The evolution of digital technology in the past decade has propelled a sweeping wave of digital transformation, enveloping businesses across the globe. As enterprises are hastening to adapt and evolve, there is a profound metamorphosis in traditional business models and the very fabric of market structures. With digital interfaces becoming the fore...

Using emerging digital technology to improve supply chain management (SCM) and remain competitive is critical for a supply chain. This paper aims to present a guideline and priorities to promote blockchain adoption in a supply chain by understanding the relationships between various enablers for blockchain adoption. Utilizing a two-stage ISM-MICMAC...

With the rapid development of digital technology, the smart sensor-based container equipment and intelligent logistics operations contribute to achieving the efficiency improvement and sustainability achievement of container supply chain under the IoT-based logistics 4.0 scenarios. This paper tries to study the state-of-the-art knowledge of the con...

With the emergence of new retail formats, new retail has become a research hotspot in enterprises and academia. Digitalization is a new feature of the development and progress of today's human society, and the digital economy has also become the key field of the new round of international competition. With the development of digital economy, the re...

Regulatory authorities, consumers, and producers alike are alarmed by the issue of food safety, which is a matter of international concern. The conventional approaches utilized in food quality management demonstrate deficiencies in their capacity to sufficiently address issues related to traceability, transparency, and accountability. The emergence...

This paper explores the different approaches to warehouse operations within a supply chain context. It highlights the significance of warehouses in efficiently and effectively meeting customer demands while minimizing costs. The study examines various types of warehouses and analyzes the activities involved in warehouse operations. Furthermore, thi...

The aim of this study is to present smart solutions to all logistics issues in an organization. Innovation in logistics is an indicator of modernity. The Internet of Things (IoT), which enables items to connect with one another and to other platforms, is one of the most significant developing technologies. In addition, the factors influencing the i...

In the ever-evolving landscape of global trade and supply chain management, logistics optimization stands as a critical challenge. This study takes on the Vehicle Routing Problem (VRP), a variant of the Traveling Salesman Problem (TSP), by proposing a novel hybrid solution that seamlessly combines classical and quantum computing methodologies. Thro...

The market is highly competitive. Reasonable pricing and timely replenishment decisions can help enterprises to grasp the market demand and competitive situation, maximize profits. Through data-driven decision-making and technical support, supply chain efficiency and stability can be optimized, customer satisfaction can be improved, and personalize...

Three decades ago, supply chain uncertainty was recognized as a significant conceptual problem that must be resolved to successfully satisfy supply and demand activities. For this reason, firms have developed several workable approaches and techniques (including lean, agility, and resilient framework) in response to the need to maintain such activi...

Changes in the strategic environment in the form of economic globalization, urbanization, and market segmentation, as well as consumer preferences, require changes in the approach to operating business organizations. This study aims to analyze the performance of keprok tangerine commodity supply chain management in Batu City and Malang, East Java....

Citation: Oliveira, M.; Chauhan, S.; Pereira, F.; Felgueiras, C.; Carvalho, D. Blockchain Protocols and Edge Computing Targeting Industry 5.0 Needs. Sensors 2023, 23, 9174. Abstract: "Industry 5.0" is the latest industrial revolution. A variety of cutting-edge technologies, including artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things (IoT), and others...

Artificial Neural Networks (ANNs) are a type of machine learning algorithm inspired by the structure and function of the human brain. In the context of supply chain management, ANNs can be used for demand forecasting, inventory optimization, logistics planning, and anomaly detection. ANNs help companies to optimize their inventory levels, productio...

The study analysis the influence of supply chain management in operational efficiencies of organisations with champion breweries as its case study and how organisations can leverage on its principles to attain set goals and objectives

The furniture manufacturing sector faces intricate challenges in pioneering sustainable supply chains, particularly with lean and sustainable supplier selection. This study focused on integrating key performance indicators (KPIs) associated with lean philosophy and sustainability into multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) methodologies. The study m...

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has revolutionized various industries, and the healthcare sector is no exception. In the West African healthcare sector, particularly in Ghana, AI has the potential to greatly enhance supply chain management for vaccine distribution. By analyzing relevant case studies and concrete examples of countries that have success...

The most hazardous COVID-19 epidemic progressed across 214 countries, disrupting every facet of our life. COVID-19 has a tremendous impact on the world, not only in health care but also in many other areas of human society, including transportation, education, politics, human society, and supply chain management. The healthcare industry is undergoi...

In the context of Western sanctions and restrictions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the relevance of managing regional supply chains is justified. A roadmap has been developed for the formation of a regional supply chain management system in the Vitebsk region of the Republic of Belarus, which includes the creation of a regional logistics develop...

In the contemporary landscape of international business and financial services, a paradigm shift is underway with the advent of the Data Revolution. This transformation is propelled by the unprecedented growth and accessibility of data, coupled with advancements in analytics and data science. This abstract provides an overview of the multifaceted i...

Cet article présente une revue systématique sur l'évolution de la logistique et de la supply chain management et analyse le passage de la logistique à la supply chain management avec les défis qui en découlent pour ceux qui doivent planifier et contrôler les opérations de logistique/supply chain. Les événements clés qui ont donné naissance à la log...

As the globe strives to solve severe environmental challenges, the concept of a low-carbon economy that prioritizes low energy use, little pollution, and sustainable development is gaining support. The supply chain management industry is not safe from the possibilities and threats posed by this new development. In light of the emerging norm, it is...

INTRODUCTION: Global supply chain management is a critical component in the increasingly complex and connected world of modern business. In the era of globalization, companies face pressure to increase efficiency, transparency, and security in their supply chains. Blockchain technology has emerged as a potential solution to address some of these ch...

The Clean Act of 1990 of South Africa has imposed fines on producers of ozone-depleting substances and local smelting gases (Melnick, 1983). Purcell et al. (2019) suggest that Universities can deliver sustainable development goals (SDG) by working with internal and external stakeholder bodies. They further are expected to embrace issues of global a...

The purpose of the paper is to examine lessons learned by business enterprises as a deterrent to pandemic chaotic uncertainties. The effectiveness of the RRR strategy as a resurgence tool is debated, relying on a broader range of assumptions about strategic managerial decisions made at the time and as published in similar studies. The paper adopts...

This study contributes to innovation studies by examining the factors influencing the innovation capability of flour processing firms in Southwestern Nigeria. Five flour processing firms were randomly selected from twenty-two flour processing firms in Nigeria. Questionnaire was administered purposively by research assistants on twelve key informant...

The handloom weaving sector reflects Indian culture's richness. In the Indian economy, it occupies a dominant position and has an indispensable role. The scale of the handloom sector acquired prominence in the overall textile export after the industrial policy. This sector occupies a key role in providing nourishment to the citizens. However, this...