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Global Supply Chain Disruptions., Karca Aral, Erasmo Giambona, Ricardo A. Lopez, Gordon M. Phillips

The Lender Center for Social Justice

Explores global supply chain vulnerabilities and disruptions, emphasizing financial and operational resilience.

Ai-Based Requirements Analysis Assistant That Applies Explicit Knowledge And Includes Humans In The Loop, Steven Alter

Business Analytics and Information Systems

This exploratory paper builds on the EMMSAD 2024 paper “Could a Large Language Model Contribute Significantly to Requirements Analysis?” Eight versions of each of three LLM prompts (for system structure, analysis, and recommendations) were applied to three 3000+ word case studies. Those versions expressed different “treatments” including a control with no RAG augmentation, a version with RAG augmentation based on an analysis template used by MBA and EMBA students, and six other versions based on theoretical approaches such as activity theory, a BPM design space, work system principles, and so on. The LLM responses were somewhat reliable for summarizing system …

Consumer Acceptance Of Halal Food Traceability Systems: A Novel Integrated Approach Using Modified Utaut And Delone & Mclean Models To Promote Sustainable Food Supply Chain Practices, Aries Susanty, Nia Budi Puspitasari, Ferry Jie, Fauzan Akbar Akhsan, Sumunar Jati

Research outputs 2022 to 2026

With the growing demand for sustainable and transparent food supply chains, consumer awareness of Halal integrity is rising, highlighting the need for a Halal food traceability system to enhance consumer confidence by providing detailed production information. However, the factors influencing consumer acceptance of such systems in Indonesia remain unclear. This study addresses three key objectives: (1) assessing consumer intention to use a Halal food traceability system; (2) exploring the relationships between system quality, information quality, service quality, performance expectancy, effort expectancy, social influence, and trust and consumer behavioural intention; and (3) evaluating the effectiveness of an integrated model combining the …

Major Customers And Carbon Footprints Along The Supply Chain, Saiying Deng, Tinghua Duan, Frank Weikai Li, Xiaoling Pu

Research Collection Lee Kong Chian School Of Business

This paper examines whether major corporate customers curb corporate carbon emissions along the supply chain. We show that suppliers with a more concentrated customer base have significantly lower carbon emissions. The results are robust to alternative measures of carbon emissions and customer concentration, alternative sample, alternative explanation, and various approaches to mitigate endogeneity concerns. The effect is more pronounced when major customers have made emission-reduction commitment, when they are exposed to greater climate regulatory shocks and risks, and when they become more concerned about regulatory scrutiny. Moreover, the curbing effect of major customers on supplier carbon emissions is stronger when …

Us Food Waste, Kawika Barry

Sustainable Supply Chain Management

This essay touches on the food waste problem we have in the US and various ways to help reduce the issue at hand.

The Industrial Hemp Supply Chain Solution, Honovi C. Trudell Sir

Sustainable Supply Chain Management

Realistically solving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals utilizing an Industrial Hemp supply chain with economy to scale to replace petroleum based plastics and permanently offset carbon emissions produced from other continuously produced hazardous waste.

A Composite Multiple-Based Stock Valuation Model, Mudita Lau, Maria Widyarini, Achmad Faisal

BISNIS & BIROKRASI: Jurnal Ilmu Administrasi dan Organisasi

This study seeks to examine whether a composite valuation model (made of several multiples) can outperform a single-multiple valuation model in valuation accuracy. This study applied a trial-and-error iteration using scripts written in R studio to optimize the weight of each multiple in each composite, aiming to reach a minimum valuation error for each composite valuation model. Based on financial data of 2009-2019, a composite valuation model performs better than a single-multiple valuation model in assessing all peer groups, achieving up to 18% greater accuracy, which is a significant improvement. The result suggests that a composite valuation model generally offers …

What Is The Automotive Recycling Industry And Its Prospective Future?, Andres M. Rabago

Sustainable Supply Chain Management

An explanation of the current automotive recycling industry. Looking in depth at aspects such as its sustainability and key businesses involved in the industry and the roles they play in it.

Balancing Sustainability And Profitability, Cristian Mateo Guzman

Sustainable Supply Chain Management

Big corporations tend to prioritize profitability and cost-cutting practices. However, this Chapter will explore companies that demonstrate the benefits of balancing ethical and sustainable sourcing with long-term profitability. These companies are Patagonia, Unilever, Danone, and ThredUp. By implementing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), good labor practices, and eco-friendly policies, big corporations can strengthen brand loyalty, drive innovation, and obtain long-term profitability in global supply chains. Prioritizing ethical and sustainable business practices will improve environmental well-being and long-term sustainability. The global supply chain faces pressure to endure sustainable practices while balancing and maintaining profitability. The fashion industry uses low-cost workers to produce …

How Certain Is The Continuity Of The Panama Canal And How Will It Affect The Global Supply Chain Industry?, Enmanuel Rodriguez Correa

Honors Theses

The Panama Canal, a critical artery of global trade, is under mounting threat from prolonged droughts, water scarcity, and evolving geopolitical dynamics, casting doubt on its long-term viability. This thesis investigates the continuity of the Panama Canal’s operations amid intensifying climate change, and assesses the broader implications for the global supply chain. As the canal facilitates approximately 5% of global maritime trade and provides billions in annual cost savings to shipping companies, any disruption poses severe consequences for global commerce, economic stability, and trade logistics.

The analysis begins by situating the canal within its historical and geopolitical context, emphasizing its …

Sustainability Challenges In The Semiconductor Industry Due To Geopolitical Tension, Malcolm M. Williams

Sustainable Supply Chain Management

This work examines how the valuable and sensitive semiconductor industry demonstrates the intersectionality of geopolitics, economic strategy, and environmental sustainability. It traces historical developments in semiconductor supply chains, highlights the global impact of U.S.-China tensions, and explores how sustainability goals are being reshaped by regional security policies. Using frameworks like Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), the Triple Bottom Line, and Impact Assessment, the chapter assesses the industry’s water and energy demands, carbon emissions, and trade disruptions. The analysis culminates in a discussion of policy recommendations aimed at balancing national security with sustainable innovation. Readers are encouraged to consider the broader consequences …

Forced Labor In Apple's Iphone Supply Chain, Frederick Jozaitis

Sustainable Supply Chain Management

A deep dive into forced labor in Apple's supply chain process

Decarbonized Shipping: Is It The Best Sustainable Shipping Solution?, Olivia Akers

Sustainable Supply Chain Management

In the era of globalization and the fourth industrial revolution, the maritime shipping industry has grown exponentially in the twenty-first century. In fact, 90% of today’s goods travel across the ocean before reaching the end consumer, meaning that ocean transportation of goods contributes significantly to overall environmental impacts on the ocean. Awareness of this impact has increased as humans strive to eliminate unsustainable practices in an effort to protect the long term health of our planet. Decarbonized shipping has been proposed as a possible solution for unsustainable shipping practices, and the goal of this chapter is to evaluate this solution …

A Comparative Lifecycle Analysis Of The Ford Toyota Rav4 And Tesla Model Y, Nicholas R. Loughead

Sustainable Supply Chain Management

This report presents a comprehensive comparative lifecycle analysis of the Toyota RAV4, the best-selling internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle, and the Tesla Model Y, the best-selling electric vehicle (EV). The analysis evaluates each vehicle's environmental impact across all stages of its lifecycle: raw material extraction, manufacturing, use phase, and end-of-life. Key factors examined include greenhouse gas emissions, energy consumption, and material sustainability, with special attention to battery production, vehicle efficiency, and recycling practices. By contrasting the emissions profiles and long-term sustainability of the RAV4 and Model Y, this report aims to assess whether electric vehicles offer a significantly lower environmental …

Green Logistics: A Brief Look At Cutting Carbon In Global Supply Chains, Maria F. Navarro

Sustainable Supply Chain Management

This chapter looks at how companies are making their supply chains more eco-friendly by using green logistics. It explains how businesses are trying to lower their carbon footprint by improving things like transportation, packaging, and warehouse operations. Some of the main strategies include using electric trucks, planning better delivery routes, and using less energy in storage. It also talks about how new technologies like AI and automation can help make logistics both smarter and more sustainable. Overall, the chapter shows that being environmentally responsible is becoming more important for companies around the world.

Closing The Loop: Dell Technologies And The Future Of E-Waste Management, Elijah M. Atkinson Mr.

Sustainable Supply Chain Management

The exponential growth of electronic waste—exceeding 50 million metric tons annually—poses a formidable challenge at the intersection of environmental sustainability, global equity, and corporate responsibility. This study critically examines Dell Technologies’ approach to circular economy implementation, with a focus on product modularity, ethical supply chain management, and reverse logistics infrastructure. Anchored in a comparative framework alongside Apple, HP, and Lenovo, the analysis evaluates the scalability, transparency, and material impact of Dell’s initiatives, including the Concept Luna prototype and the Dell Reconnect program. Findings underscore the structural shortcomings of voluntary corporate action in the absence of robust global regulation, consistent product …

Advancing Supply Chain Sustainability Through Circular Economy Principles, Adeyinka Adimula

Sustainable Supply Chain Management

Explore how circular economy principles can significantly enhance supply chain sustainability by reducing waste, optimizing resource use, and improving both environmental and economic outcomes. By shifting from traditional linear models to circular systems, businesses across industries can redesign processes to extend product life cycles, foster resource efficiency, and create closed-loop supply chains.

Automation Mismatch: How Contractor Ai Adoption Challenges Institutional Procurement Norms At U.S. Customs And Border Protection (Cbp), Farhan Bin Amjad

Beyond the Project Horizon: Journal of the Center for Project Management Innovation

This letter explores a growing strain in the U.S. federal procurement: the automation mismatch between AI-powered proposal development by contractors and the regulation-bound evaluation systems at agencies like U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Tools like Vultron and Unanet AI have enabled federal contractors to increase proposal submission volume, yet institutional constraints such as data sensitivity, budget limitations, and cultural barriers have hindered equivalent modernization on the government side. This article leverages institutional theory and prior research to analyze this disparity, highlighting how legal and cultural factors limit AI integration in procurement. Detailed analysis of these regulatory and cultural influences …

The Dark Side Of Global Supply Chains, Megan Soong

Sustainable Supply Chain Management

This article highlights the unfair supply chain practices many companies succumb to in order to increase their profits. Touching on the clothing industry, electronics, and food corporations, many big name brands hide their lack of pay, e-waste, and deforestation related operations in order to protect their name and image.

Consumer Perception Of Halal Products Availability In Traditional Markets: The Role Of Traceability, Ika Yoga, Rais Sani Muharrami, Ade Setiawan

An-Najah University Journal for Research - B (Humanities)

This research aims to examine how traceability affects consumer trust in halal products and traditional markets. A survey questionnaire was developed and a Total of 300 completed responses were collected using cross-sectional quantitative research methodology through structured questionnaires, with the help of Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) to verify if technology bringing convenience into our lives has impact on healthcare delivery service providing organizations. The findings reveal that product, process, genetic, and input traceability has a moderate to high effect on trust of the consumer behavior towards purchasing halal products. Product traceability to guarantee the safety, halal certification …

Circular Framework In The Design & Planning Phase Of Construction, Shreya Kanther

Full-Text Theses & Dissertations

Executive Summary

The transition towards circular economy in the design and construction industry represents a transformative opportunity to align economic growth with environmental sustainability. This dissertation delves deeply into how circular strategies can be implemented within the construction sector, examining their potential to mitigate resource depletion and waste generation, while fostering innovation and efficiency. By integrating theoretical frameworks with empirical research, the study provides a robust understanding of the challenges and opportunities associated with circular models and offers actionable insights for stakeholders navigating the shift from linear to circular economic practices.

The backdrop for this research lies in the unsustainable …

Gap, Inc. : A Strategic Audit Of Gap, Inc. Company, Amber Hanson, Ike Mcley, Sophie Thomas, Avery Plessel, Kira Pavlik

Honors Program: Senior Projects (Public)

The following paper is a comprehensive overview of the company Gap, Inc., a leading global retailer with a diverse brand portfolio that includes Gap, Old Navy, Banana Republic, and Athleta. They compete in the Family Clothing Industry through their operation of over 3,352 brick-and-mortar stores along with offering their digital shopping platform to align with changing consumer preferences. Gap, Inc. plans to maintain financial rigor, reinvigorating its brands, and strengthening its platform. Their strengths are found in their expanding e-commerce segment and their strong commitment to sustainability. Through a broad differentiation strategy, Gap, Inc. targets a diverse consumer demographic across …

Exploratory Study On Factors That Impact Job Embeddedness For Northeast Government And Commercial Aerospace Procurement Specialists, Nicholas Alaimo

Theses and Dissertations

This qualitative study examined job embeddedness theory and its impact on commercial and government aerospace procurement professionals in the Northeast United States. The research sought to understand the factors that influence why these professionals remain in their positions and what elements contribute to improved job performance. Job embeddedness theory explains employee retention through three key factors: perceived fit within their role, perceived links to organizational culture, and perceived sacrifices that would result from leaving.

The study identified six main themes. First, the research found both similarities and differences in how aerospace procurement specialists connect with aerospace culture in government subcontracting …

Empirical Program Evaluation In Operations Management, Kai Tian

Dissertations and Theses Collection (Open Access)

This dissertation focuses on advancing and applying empirical program evaluation methodologies in Operations Management (OM), defining it not as mere prediction but as rigorously establishing causal effects of interventions. Chapter 2 lays the theoretical groundwork, defining empirical program evaluation within OM, detailing its alignment with causal inference, and outlining both classical econometric techniques and emerging Causal Machine Learning (CML) approaches for mitigating endogeneity. Building on this foundation, Chapter 3 presents an empirical application, evaluating the causal impact of a customer targeting strategy using live-streaming advertisements, employing Propensity Score Matching (PSM) in conjunction with linear regression models to derive actionable insights …

Predicting Late Deliveries In International Healthcare Logistics Using Machine Learning Models, Jeevan Sai Gali

Electronic Theses, Projects, and Dissertations

The healthcare supply chain plays a pivotal role in ensuring the timely delivery of essential medical supplies, particularly during global crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic. However, this critical system is often plagued by inefficiencies and disruptions caused by factors such as inadequate infrastructure, natural disasters, geopolitical tensions, and variability in vendor performance. These challenges underscore the need for advanced methodologies to enhance supply chain resilience and operational efficiency. This culmination experience project explores the integration of machine learning models and external variables, such as the Logistics Performance Index (LPI), to optimize lead-time predictions and mitigate risks in global healthcare …

Caterpillar Strategic Audit, Tyler Vander Woude, Grant Kingston, Kaiden Bedient, Drew Shafer

Honors Program: Senior Projects (Public)

This strategic audit evaluates Caterpillar Inc.'s business-level and corporate-level strategies, examining how the company maintains its competitive advantage in the heavy machinery and industrial equipment sectors. The research focuses on Caterpillar's hybrid approach, combining differentiation and cost leadership strategies to offer high-quality, durable products while optimizing costs through technological innovation, supply chain efficiencies, and product longevity. The methodology for this audit includes a comprehensive internal and external analysis, incorporating frameworks such as SWOT, PESTEL, VRIO, and Porter’s Five Forces. Additionally, Caterpillar’s strategic initiatives in vertical and horizontal integration, governance structure, and financial performance were assessed. The research also explores the …

Conagra Brands Strategic Audit, Ashley R. Nierman

Honors Program: Senior Projects (Public)

The goal of this paper is to present a comprehensive strategic audit of Conagra Brands, Inc., a major company in the consumer-packaged foods industry. The audit evaluates the external environment of Conagra, including a PESTEL analysis and Porter’s Five Forces analysis. Various industry factors that affect Conagra’s operations are taken into consideration. It will also explain the internal environment of Conagra using tools such as a SWOT analysis, financial performance review, and strategy explanation. Key areas of focus include shifting demands, including consumers’ desire for more healthy and sustainable food options, recent political and economic factors, competitive advantages of Conagra, …

Supply Chain Management Internship- Fastenal, Jared C. Fuller

Supply Chain Management Undergraduate Honors Theses

Procurement and supply management; transportation and distribution management; and inventory and forecasting analytics, are all familiar course names for the University of Arkansas students earning their supply chain management degree. These courses outline some of the crucial departments of the supply chain. In my internship, during the summer of 2024, I was amid a combination of school knowledge and industry experience. Working at a warehouse fulfillment center I operated at the last mile of the supply chain completing tasks in all three departments.

Optimizing Operation Processes And Supply Chain Management For Enhanced Service And Product Quality In Quick Service Restaurants, Joel Mark Rodriguez, Hanna V. Reambonanza, Lourdes Palallos

The South East Asian Journal of Management

Research Aims: The research aimed to identify the relationship between operational processes, supply chain management, and their impact on the quality of service and products in Quick Service Restaurants in the Philippines. It addresses a very critical research gap by providing empirical evidence on how these factors collectively influence business performance.

Design/Methodology/Approach: A quantitative research design was used – structured questionnaires were administered to 392 QSR employees and managers working in different locations of the Philippines. Data analysis used correlation, regression, and SEM for robustness.

Research Findings: The research proved that sound operational management and supply chain practices improved the …

Enforcement In Human Rights Due Diligence Laws: A Comparative Analysis, Ryan Schmidt

Pepperdine Law Review

This Comment embarks on a comparative analysis of a variety human rights due diligence (HRDD) laws. It examines six different laws related to human trafficking and supply chains. These laws originate from five different countries and fit into two categories: (1) laws requiring a company to report what, if any, human rights due diligence it engages in and (2) laws that require more than just reporting. By surveying a wide sample of HRDD laws, this Comment provides a broad overview of this area of the law. It also describes the range of legal obligations that multinational enterprises face in different …