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Environmental sustainability

Sustainable Circular Supplier Evaluation in Project-Driven Supply Chains with a Fuzzy Stochastic Decision Model Under Uncertainty

In a groundbreaking study published in Applied Soft Computing, researchers at the University of Tehran have introduced a novel scenario-based multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) model to evaluate suppliers in project-driven supply chains from a sustainable circular perspective. The model incorporates interval-valued fuzzy soft stochastic sets (IVFSSSs) to tackle uncertainty and the

Environmental sustainability

Implementation of Green Supply Chain Management in Indonesia: Challenges and Drivers

A new study on sustainability research has revealed the complex factors influencing the adoption of green supply chain management (GSCM) in Indonesian logistics companies. The qualitative study, conducted by researchers from Bina Nusantara University, identified high costs, regulatory limitations, inadequate infrastructure, and a lack of shared understanding among stakeholders as

Environmental sustainability

Supply Chain Sustainability Boosts Firm Market Competitiveness

Researchers at Xi'an Jiaotong University in Shaanxi, People's Republic of China, have conducted a study on the impact of supply chain sustainability on firm market competitiveness. The study, which analyzed data from A-share listed companies from 2012 to 2022, found that supply chain sustainability significantly enhances

Environmental sustainability

Robust Approach to Sustainable Supply Chain Network Design for Perishable Products

Research findings on sustainable supply chain network design for perishable products have been presented in a new study. The study proposes a novel axis-shift robust method combined with an enhanced p-robust optimisation framework to manage uncertainties in supply chain operations. This approach allows retailers to transfer products within the network

Food supply

Redesigning Food Banks for a More Equitable Food Supply Chain

A new study proposes a novel Food Bank Network Redesign (FBNR) that leverages urban infrastructure to create a decentralized and efficient food redistribution system. The research aims to address the growing issue of food waste and food insecurity, which exacerbate economic, environmental, and social inequalities. By utilizing the Quito Metro

Food supply

Strengthening Local Food Security Act Aims to Boost Economies and Feed Underserved Communities

United States Senators Jack Reed (D-RI) and Jim Justice (R-WV) have teamed up to introduce the Strengthening Local Food Security Act (S. 2338) to bolster the nation's food supply chain network, create economic opportunities for local farmers and food producers, and increase access to fresh, local nutritious food

Food supply

Industry Must Take Responsibility for Sustainable Food Production

Industry leaders have a responsibility to drive the shift toward more sustainable food production, claims Dick Hordijk, CEO of Topigs Norsvin. He notes that the farming and food supply chain is under increasing scrutiny to accelerate its sustainability, but meeting societal expectations requires more than just government support. Hordijk emphasizes

Food supply

Strengthening Local Food Security Act Aims to Boost Rural Economies and Combat Food Insecurity

US Senators Jack Reed (D-RI) and Jim Justice (R-WV) have introduced the Strengthening Local Food Security Act (S. 2338), a bipartisan proposal aiming to strengthen the nation's food supply chain network, bolster economic opportunities for local farmers and food producers, and increase access to fresh, local nutritious food

Food supply

New Guidance Helps Supply Chain Enhance Frozen Food Quality, Reduce Energy Use

The Global Cold Chain Alliance (GCCA) and the American Frozen Food Institute (AFFI) have developed a new protocol to standardize and modernize temperature monitoring across the frozen food supply chain. This protocol provides a unified, data-driven approach to tracking temperature fluctuations from production to distribution, aimed at improving operational efficiency,

International trade

Gansu Province of China Seeks International Cooperation in Industrial Development

Gansu Province, located in the northwestern part of the People's Republic of China, is taking steps to strengthen its economic ties with foreign countries by hosting the "Gansu Key Industrial Chain Enterprises International Matchmaking Conference" in Beijing. The event, co-organized by the Gansu Provincial People'

Climate change

China's Dual Role in Global Supply Chains: Stabilization and Innovation

China's role as a stabilizing force and driver of innovation in global supply chains is becoming increasingly prominent as companies face growing uncertainty, rising operating costs, and challenges from climate change. Schneider Electric's executive vice president Yin Zheng emphasized China's unique position in the

International trade

China International Supply Chain Expo Showcases Global Cooperation Amidst Geopolitical Tensions

The China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE) opened in Beijing, bringing together 651 companies and organizations from 75 countries, regions, and international organizations. The expo, themed "Connecting the World, Creating the Future," aims to promote global cooperation and showcase new technologies, products, and services across various supply chain

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