Supply Chain Sustainability in Small and Medium Sized Enterprises

This book examines the sustainability of supply chains in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in developed and emerging economies, providing guidance on how to make SMEs more sustainable through appropriate trade-offs between economic, environmental, and social aspects. It highlights key issues and challenges, identifies critical success factors, and explores how supply chain carbon footprints and effectiveness are measured.

Format: Hardback
Length: 280 pages
Publication date: 29 September 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the sustainability of supply chains within small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across developed and emerging economies. Drawing upon insights from esteemed experts in the field and analyzing case studies from a diverse range of countries, including Thailand, Bangladesh, France, Spain, Austria, and Greece, the book offers valuable guidance for researchers and industry practitioners seeking to enhance the sustainability of SMEs.

Throughout the book, the authors examine the current landscape of sustainable supply chain practices, identify key challenges and issues, and highlight critical success factors across various industries and geographical locations. They also explore the measurement of supply chain carbon footprints and effectiveness, navigating the delicate balance between reducing carbon emissions and maintaining enhanced productivity. Moreover, the book reflects on how the circular economy model can contribute to the higher sustainability of SMEs.

Supply Chain Sustainability in Small and Medium Sized Enterprises is a valuable resource for scholars and practitioners of supply chain management, sustainable business, and related fields. It provides a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and opportunities associated with sustainable supply chain management in SMEs, and offers practical strategies and solutions for achieving sustainable growth and competitiveness.

Weight: 700g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367819859