New Research on Smart Circular Logistics System Adoption in India's EV Manufacturing Sector

Strategic Insights -

Research from the University of Adelaide has explored the critical enablers for the successful adoption of a Smart Circular Logistics System (SCLS) by Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in India's electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing sector. The study utilized a hybrid framework to assess the importance of SCLS's essential requirements and analyze the interconnections among enablers of SCLS implementation. The research identified key findings, including the importance of LoRa and LoRaWAN wireless technology, Legislation, Standardization, and Governmental Support, and Integration of RFID and IoT in SCM.

Key Takeaways:

  • The study aimed to address the research question: "What are the critical enablers for the successful adoption of SCLS by MSMEs in India's EV manufacturing sector?"
  • A hybrid framework combining the Best-Worst-Method (BWM), Weighted-Influence-Non-Linear-Gauge-System (WINGS), and Quality Function Deployment (QFD) was used to analyze the interconnections among enablers of SCLS implementation.
  • The research identified LoRa and LoRaWAN wireless technology as a critical enabler for SCLS adoption.
  • Legislation, Standardization, and Governmental Support were also found to be essential for SCLS implementation.
  • The study highlighted the importance of Integration of RFID and IoT in SCM for efficient logistics management.
  • A practical roadmap was developed for managers to allocate resources, adopt technology, and develop a workforce to achieve sustainable and circular logistics systems.
  • The research has been peer-reviewed and published in the Journal of Cleaner Production.

Statistics:

  • 2025: The year in which the research was conducted.
  • 525: The issue number of the Journal of Cleaner Production where the research was published.
  • LoRa and LoRaWAN wireless technology: Identified as a crucial enabler for SCLS adoption (no specific percentages or statistics mentioned).

Sources:

  • Journal of Cleaner Production, 2025; 525.
  • Journal of Cleaner Production can be contacted at: Elsevier Sci Ltd, 125 London Wall, London, England. (Elsevier - www.elsevier.com; Journal of Cleaner Production - www.journals.elsevier.com/journal-of-cleaner-production/)
  • Devika Kannan, University of Adelaide, Inst Sustainabil Energy & Resources Iser, Ctr Sustainable Operat & Resilient Supply Chains C, Adelaide Business Sch Abs, Adelaide, Australia.
  • P. C. Jha, Pankaj, Rashi Sharma, and Rubina Mittal, authors of the research paper.