T NG H P SSC
T NG H P SSC
Environmental Environmental - Sustainable Sourcing: Selecting suppliers based on environmental Raman et al. (2023)(
Responsibility responsibility in the supply certifications or practices (e.g., ISO 14001) to ensure low environmental impact. MDPI
chain involves minimizing - Energy-efficient Logistics: Utilizing hybrid or electric vehicles to reduce )
the negative impact on the transportation emissions. Panigrahi et al. (2018)(
environment by integrating - Sustainable Packaging: Using recyclable or biodegradable packaging materials Emerald
sustainable practices. to minimize waste during product distribution. )
- Waste Minimization: Implementing waste reduction initiatives during Elkington (1998)
manufacturing and transportation.
Social Social responsibility - Supplier Audits: Conducting regular assessments of suppliers to ensure fair Brusset & Teller (2017)(
Responsibility ensures that supply chain labor practices and adherence to human rights. SpringerLink
operations are aligned with - Fair Trade and Ethical Sourcing: Choosing suppliers that engage in fair labor )
ethical standards, protect practices, provide fair wages, and support community welfare. Panigrahi et al. (2018)(
human rights, and - Workplace Safety: Implementing safety standards and providing training to Emerald
contribute positively to reduce risks in production and warehousing. )
society. - Community Engagement: Supporting local communities through initiatives
such as ethical sourcing or charitable activities.
Economic Viability Economic viability focuses - Sustainable Procurement: Balancing cost with environmental and social Panigrahi et al. (2018)(
on maintaining profitability factors to ensure sustainable sourcing. Emerald
while achieving - Digitalization and Automation: Using AI and machine learning for demand )
environmental and social forecasting and inventory management, reducing costs, and improving resource Brusset & Teller (2017)(
goals by optimizing supply allocation. SpringerLink
chain operations and long- - Resilient Supply Chain Planning: Building robust supply chains that can
term planning. withstand disruptions while maintaining profitability.
- Investing in Green Technologies: Allocating resources to technologies that
reduce environmental impact and support long-term economic goals.
Life-Cycle A life-cycle perspective - Life-Cycle Assessment (LCA): Analyzing the environmental impact of each Raman et al. (2023)(
Perspective involves managing the stage in the supply chain to identify opportunities for improvement. MDPI
environmental and social - Reverse Logistics: Implementing product take-back or recycling programs to )
impacts of a product from minimize waste at the end of the product's lifecycle. Elkington (1998)
raw material extraction to - Eco-design: Designing products with recyclable materials and minimizing the
end-of-life disposal. use of harmful substances to extend product lifespan.
- Closed-loop Supply Chain: Creating systems where products or materials are
continually reused or recycled.