TITLE:
Exploring the Relationship between Supply Chain Management Practices and Environmental Performance in the Freight Forwarding Industry: A Case Study in Malaysia
AUTHORS:
Vijayakumaran Kathiarayan
KEYWORDS:
Supply Chain Management, Environmental Performance, Logistic Practices, Supply Chain Practices, Reversed Logistics, Fleet Management and Freight Forwarding Industry, Malaysia
JOURNAL NAME:
Technology and Investment,
Vol.14 No.4,
October
7,
2023
ABSTRACT: Within
the bustling freight forwarding industry of Malaysia, the effects of supply
chain management on environmental performance stand largely uncharted. This
article delves deep into the intricate relationships between logistic
practices, reversed logistics, fleet management, and their cumulative
environmental ramifications. Spurred by the surge in demand for freight
forwarding and its consequential environmental footprint, the research underscores
the transformative potential of green supply chain adoption. Not only as a
beacon of environmental stewardship but as a formidable competitive edge. As
the freight forwarding realm grapples with ambiguity over the true
environmental weight of their supply chain operations, our findings unveil
pivotal insights. By bridging this knowledge chasm, the research paves the way
for fostering sustainable practices that harmoniously marry operational prowess
with ecological prudence. Beyond its immediate audience, this article beckons
industries far and wide, championing the pivotal role of environmental
conscientiousness in modern supply chain dynamics.