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Environmentally Responsible Supply Chains in an Era of Digital Transformation
Research Developments and Future Prospects
9781803920191 Edward Elgar Publishing
Currently available technologies can help make a supply chain resilient in volatile times whilst also keeping it responsible. Environmentally Responsible Supply Chains in an Era of Digital Transformation focuses on the linkages between digital technologies and environmental sustainability research and outlines synergies for more resilient, efficient and transparent supply chain management practices.
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Currently available technologies can help make a supply chain resilient in volatile times whilst also keeping it responsible. Environmentally Responsible Supply Chains in an Era of Digital Transformation focuses on the linkages between digital technologies and environmental sustainability research and outlines synergies for more resilient, efficient and transparent supply chain management practices.
Covering every aspect of the supply chain from e-commerce to freight transportation and waste management this book offers a thorough examination of the transition towards a circular economy. It offers research-based solutions, approaches, and insights into how companies can use digital technologies to tackle the challenges and goals of responsible businesses.
This book brings together research and practical perspectives and provides insights into how to use digitalization to implement a sustainable, resilient transition in supply chains. As such it will be essential for professionals and academics researching supply chain management, corporate social responsibility, international business, and organizational innovation.
Covering every aspect of the supply chain from e-commerce to freight transportation and waste management this book offers a thorough examination of the transition towards a circular economy. It offers research-based solutions, approaches, and insights into how companies can use digital technologies to tackle the challenges and goals of responsible businesses.
This book brings together research and practical perspectives and provides insights into how to use digitalization to implement a sustainable, resilient transition in supply chains. As such it will be essential for professionals and academics researching supply chain management, corporate social responsibility, international business, and organizational innovation.
Critical Acclaim
‘More fundamental and practical questions arise from the accelerated pace of research and applications of AI. By far, AI has demonstrated successes in automating routine tasks that allow humans to focus on strategic roles. I highly endorse this manuscript as it comes timely in addressing pressing themes of AI use in supply chain and sustainability, taking a deep dive into addressing efficiency, resiliency and the more fundamental aspects like data quality and nomenclature.’
– Anthony Shun Fung Chiu, President, International Foundation for Production Research
‘Looking at the pressing challenge of fostering greater sustainability in human activities, this book presents intriguing perspectives on how to exploit the potential sustainable advantages of digital technologies. I strongly suggest the book to researchers as well as to practitioners looking at the need for viable ways to align digital technology with sustainable development objectives. The book underlines the fundamental role of collaboration and information sharing along supply chains, including consumers, looking at past developments and future prospects of digital technology enablers.’
– Simone Zanoni, University of Brescia, Italy
‘The editors are to be commended for bringing together a stellar group of international experts who collectively present a range of fresh insights into the key supply chain issue of our time. This book can be read equally profitably by supply chain professionals, policy makers and students.’
– Edward Sweeney, Heriot-Watt University, UK
‘Due to worldwide impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, the global supply chains have shifted and transformed from the traditional templates to a digital framework. New research developments are essential for coping with and leveraging the emerging markets around the world. This book on Environmentally Responsible Supply Chains in an Era of Digital Transformation, focusing on research developments and future prospects is exactly what is needed by researchers, practitioners, students, and government policy makers. I strongly endorse this book with the highest level of expressions for all segments of the market. The book represents a conglomeration of all the tools and techniques needed in any modern and responsive supply chain. The editors and contributors of the book present a unique elucidation of supply chains in an era of digital transformation. Every reader will benefit from the contents. Having gone through the entirety of the manuscript, I am convinced that it is the first book of its kind, situated at the nexus of manufacturing, industrial engineering, and supply chain research and management. Hurry on and get a copy for your reference desk.’
– Adedeji B. Badiru, USA Air Force Institute of Technology, US
– Anthony Shun Fung Chiu, President, International Foundation for Production Research
‘Looking at the pressing challenge of fostering greater sustainability in human activities, this book presents intriguing perspectives on how to exploit the potential sustainable advantages of digital technologies. I strongly suggest the book to researchers as well as to practitioners looking at the need for viable ways to align digital technology with sustainable development objectives. The book underlines the fundamental role of collaboration and information sharing along supply chains, including consumers, looking at past developments and future prospects of digital technology enablers.’
– Simone Zanoni, University of Brescia, Italy
‘The editors are to be commended for bringing together a stellar group of international experts who collectively present a range of fresh insights into the key supply chain issue of our time. This book can be read equally profitably by supply chain professionals, policy makers and students.’
– Edward Sweeney, Heriot-Watt University, UK
‘Due to worldwide impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, the global supply chains have shifted and transformed from the traditional templates to a digital framework. New research developments are essential for coping with and leveraging the emerging markets around the world. This book on Environmentally Responsible Supply Chains in an Era of Digital Transformation, focusing on research developments and future prospects is exactly what is needed by researchers, practitioners, students, and government policy makers. I strongly endorse this book with the highest level of expressions for all segments of the market. The book represents a conglomeration of all the tools and techniques needed in any modern and responsive supply chain. The editors and contributors of the book present a unique elucidation of supply chains in an era of digital transformation. Every reader will benefit from the contents. Having gone through the entirety of the manuscript, I am convinced that it is the first book of its kind, situated at the nexus of manufacturing, industrial engineering, and supply chain research and management. Hurry on and get a copy for your reference desk.’
– Adedeji B. Badiru, USA Air Force Institute of Technology, US
Contributors
Contributors include: Mats Abrahamsson, Hamid Afshari, Eric Ballot, Maria Björklund, Alexander Bloemer, Katarzyna Cheba, Fredrik Eng-Larsson, Pietro Evangelista, Nathalie Fabbe-Costes, Alessio Franconi, Malahat Ghoreishi, Jan Godsell, Amulya Gurtu, Jukka Hallikas, Marilyn M. Helms, Aref A. Hervani, Maria Huge-Brodin, Roberta Iovino, Fabio Iraldo, Mohamad Y. Jaber, Jestin Johny, Maja Kiba-Janiak, Mahtab Kouhizadeh, Mariam Lafkihi, Lucie Lechaptois, Jakub Marcinkowski, Orsolya-Anna Mate, Stefan Minner, Santosh Nandi, Leise Kelli de Oliveira, Shenle Pan, Mikko Pynnönen, Uni Sallnäs, Erik Sandberg, Joseph Sarkis, Benyamin Shajari, Francesco Testa, Qingyun Zhu
