Globalization: The key challenge of modern supply chains

Milovanović, Goran; Milovanović, Slavoljub; Radisavljević, Goran

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“…However, there is the big obstacle that the measurement of goals in sustainability is particularly difficult as they usually link to long time horizons, a high level of uncertainty and impacts that are often hard to quantify (Berman et al, 1999; Mota et al, 2018). Moreover, the uncertainty related to sustainability derives to the complexity of the supply chain, as previously highlighted by the number of items purchased, the institutional distance between trading partners and the frequent changes of suppliers (Milovanovic et al, 2017). This great uncertainty is an obstacle to change, since it is not clear which part of the network will take the first initiative for sustainability (Abbasi & Nilsson, 2012).…”

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“…Consequently, companies which doing business with global suppliers can lead to the increased complexity of supply chains. The global market has different languages, culture, currency, regulations, taxes, infrastructure, business practices and organizational forms (Milovanovic et al, 2017). Distance also has cultural, administrative or political, and economic dimensions (Ghemawat, 2001).…”

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“…Moreover, the uncertainty related to sustainability derives to the complexity of the supply chain, as previously highlighted by the number of items purchased, the institutional distance between trading partners and the frequent changes of suppliers (Milovanovic et al, 2017). This great uncertainty is an obstacle to change, since it is not clear which part of the network will take the first initiative for sustainability (Abbasi & Nilsson, 2012).…”

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The wicked problem of sustainable development in supply chains

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The operationalization of sustainable development involves ambiguity, complexity and uncertainty. It becomes more complex when applied in supply chain operations.Indeed, the research in sustainable supply chain management (SSCM) is influenced by positivist paradigms that do not address subjective issues. Therefore, we suggest that SSCM is often dealing with so-called 'wicked' problems. This paper aims to emphasize the relationship between wicked problem complexities and SSCM characteristics. Through a ground theory approach, we develop a conceptual framework that relates the social, cognitive and temporal complexities of a wicked problem with characteristics of SSCM. Furthermore, we propose business strategies to mediate this relationship. Our contribution highlights the importance of the stakeholder's engagement to develop common sustainability values and language, clarity and transparency in the supply chain activities, and continuity and equity in a long-term partnership.

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“…Rapid globalisation and the complexity of the supply chain networks have increased the risk of failures (Milovanović et al , 2017). Risk management has made significant progress and is now considered the vital differentiating point between the most successful and average-performing organisations (Ivanov et al , 2021).…”

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B2B supply chain risk measurement systems: a SCOR perspective

Guillot,

Dubey,

Kumari

2023

JBIM

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Purpose Globalisation, trade barriers, unprecedented health crises and geo-political crises have forced organisations to revisit their performance measurement systems (PMS) to better prepare their supply chain against the risk and improve performance in times of crisis. This study aims to review the supply chain operation reference (SCOR)-based PMS and propose a dynamic SCOR-based PMS for supply chain risk management (SCRM). Design/methodology/approach Due to the need for multi-stakeholder perspectives on SCOR-based PMS for the SCRM, the authors aimed to develop a theory rather than to elaborate upon or test the theory. Hence, the authors adopted an inductive theory-building approach to build research propositions. The authors also gathered 12 semi-structured interviews with knowledgeable managers from B2B international companies. Findings The findings of the study highlight the challenges faced by the organisations during the implementation of the SCOR-based performance indicators and the positive impacts they have on decision-making and on the continuous improvement strategy of organisations to tackle supply chain risks and improve performance. The findings suggest that the effects of these indicators are more felt during risk management and risk monitoring stages. Research limitations/implications Like any other study, this study has some rules, and, thus, the authors caution the readers that they must interpret the findings of the research considering these limitations. The study is based on semi-structured qualitative interviews. The interviews were conducted with 12 knowledgeable managers from France; thus, the insights drawn from the study cannot be generalised to other settings. Furthermore, the samples represent something other than small and medium enterprises. In the future, the samples from small and medium firms can offer a nuanced understanding of the performance indicators for SCRM. Originality/value To the best of the authors’ knowledge, this is one of the few studies which has attempted to revisit the SCOR-based PMS in the B2B supply chain for risk management. The study’s findings help expand the SCOR-based PMS literature and offer numerous insights to the management and consultants facing challenges in SCOR implementation.

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“…According to Milovanović et al (2017), globalization has led to increased complexity on logistics due to increased competition because of reduced barriers. On the other hand, customers have become more aware and demanding about prices, and quality (Milovanović et al, 2017). Currently, the majority of retail drones are augmentation robots which are managed by their controllers via mobile devices.…”

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Drone technology and performance of retail logistics

Muricho

Mogaka

2022

J. sustain. dev. transp. logist.

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The purpose of this research study was to explore drone technology and performance of retail logistics by offering academic and practical benefits, explaining the preceding, and recommending a research plan based on a conceptual framework for drone technology and performance of retail logistics. A literature review has been created to assist today's retail logistics managers and researchers in scrutinizing what has been previously researched and what needs to be explored. From the standpoint of retail logistics, the study adds to our knowledge of drone technology as it relates to the performance of retail logistics and the constraints of future research. This study utilized a systematic literature review to design a suggested conceptual framework for a research agenda on drone technology and performance of retail logistics. The research paper provides insights into deficiencies in the drone technology, along with performance of retail logistics literature. The research paper explicitly recommends exploring the drone technology as it relates to expected and actual performance of retail logistics. This article contributes to the literature in a number of ways. To begin with, it provides the first comprehensive succinct synopsis of the essential concepts in the drone technology and retail logistics. Second, the impact of retail logistics in the growth of the economy. Third, the application of drone technology in retail logistics. Fourth, unnoticed challenges in retail logistics are then exposed as ideas for potential research. Finally, the technique utilized to conduct the systematic literature review can be used as a model for prospective researchers when conducting similar research. Contemporary research is aimed at providing a research group that address the needs of adopting the current technology on the performance of retail logistics. For performance of retail logistics, the article presents a suggested conceptual framework for drone technology and performance of retail logistics.

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Globalization: The key challenge of modern supply chains

Cited by 11 publications

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The wicked problem of sustainable development in supply chains

The wicked problem of sustainable development in supply chains

B2B supply chain risk measurement systems: a SCOR perspective

Drone technology and performance of retail logistics

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