Ethics of Food Handlers Throughout the Supply Chain in the Halal Food Industry: Halal Perspective

Purpose Muslim consumers have been shocked with the news of cross-contamination issues in the Halal food that they consumed. These issues make them put more effort in ensuring the products that they purchased being monitored throughout the supply chain. In this case, food companies must be prepared to implement systematic traceability system to ensure the authenticity of Halal products and comprehend the importance of Halal industry environmental factors (HIEF) in enhancing integrity of Halal food supply chain and protect from any risk of cross-contaminations. This paper aims to clarify the relationship between the Halal traceability system adoption (HTSA) and HIEFs on Halal food supply chain integrity (HFSCIn). Design/methodology/approach The study opted quantitative research approach by using the self-administrated questionnaires. The questionnaires were distributed during Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) 2014 and Halal Fiesta Malaysia (HALFEST) 2014. 127 Malaysian Halal food and beverages companies have been involved in the study. Most of the respondents are the general manager or owner of the company, Halal executives, quality assurance managers, operation managers and sales manager. Findings The study found that there is a significant relationship between HTSA and HIEF on HFSCIn. The study also found that the highest adoptions of Halal traceability system are among the producer and end user, while the highest contributions in influencing the HIEF are the economic and socio-cultural factors. Research limitations/implications This study only focused on Halal food industry particularly the food and beverages category. Thus, future study can explore further on every category in food industry such as raw materials and ingredients; poultry, meat and dairy; fast food and premises and make comparison between pharmaceutical, cosmetics and health care in Halal industry. In addition, the sample size (N = 127) can be considered small; therefore, it is recommended that in future the subject matter be explored with a much larger sample to allow generalization of the result. Originality/value This study provided, perhaps for the first time, an analysis of the relationship between traceability adoptions and HIEF on HFSCIn.

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China’s Halal Food Industry: The Link Between Knowledge Management Capacity, Supply Chain Practices, and Company Performance

Interdisciplinary Journal of Information Knowledge and Management ◽

10.28945/4821 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 16 ◽

pp. 285-306

Author(s):

Kamila Usmanova ◽

Daoping Wang ◽

Eli Sumarliah ◽

Kawthar Mousa ◽

Safiatou S Maiga

Keyword(s):

Knowledge Management ◽

Supply Chain ◽

Empirical Evidence ◽

Structural Equation ◽

Food Industry ◽

Future Research ◽

Company Performance ◽

Management Capacity ◽

Halal Food ◽

The Impact

Aim/Purpose: The study attempts to analyse the influences of knowledge management capacity on company performance and supply chain practices. It also examines whether supply chain practices significantly and positively impact company performance. Background: Knowledge management capacity is an essential tactical resource that enables the integration and coordination among supply chain stakeholders, but research examining the link between knowledge management capacity and supply chain practices and their impacts on company performance remains scarce. Methodology: The study uses correlation analysis and factor analysis to confirm the theoretical framework’s validity and structural equation modelling to test hypotheses. The data are obtained from 115 halal food firms in China (with a response rate of 82.7%). Contribution: This study’s findings contribute to the Social Capital Theory by presenting the impacts of different supply chain practices on company performance. The findings also suggest the impact of intangible resources on enhancing company performance, contributing to the Resource-based View Theory. These results are a crucial contribution to both academicians and corporate managers working in the Halal food industry. Managers can apply these findings to discover and adopt knowledge management capacity with practical anticipation that these concepts will align with their company strategies. Also, the research motivates managers to concentrate their knowledge management on enhancing companies’ supply chain practices to achieve improved company performance. Findings: This study is an initial effort that provides empirical evidence regarding the relationships among supply chain, knowledge management, and company performance from the perspective of China’s halal food industry. The results prove that knowledge management capacity is the supply chains’ primary success determinant and influencer. Besides, knowledge management capacity positively influences company performance, and supply chain practices directly influence company performance. Recommendations for Practitioners: Managers can apply these study findings to determine and increase knowledge management capacity with practical anticipation that these concepts will align with their company strategies. Also, the research motivates managers to concentrate their knowledge management on enhancing companies’ supply chain practices to achieve improved company performance. Recommendation for Researchers: The study presents a new theoretical framework and empirical evidence for surveying halal food businesses in China. Impact on Society: These results are a significant contribution to the research field and industry focusing on halal foods. Future Research: First, this research focuses only on halal food businesses in China; thus, it is essential to re-examine the hypothesized relations between the constructs in other Chinese business segments and regions. Next, the effect of variables and practices on the theorized framework should be taken into account and examined in other industries and nations.

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The impact of external integration on halal food integrity

Supply Chain Management An International Journal ◽

10.1108/scm-05-2016-0171 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 22 (2) ◽

pp. 186-199 ◽

Cited By ~ 22

Author(s):

Kim Hua Tan ◽

Mohd Helmi Ali ◽

Zafir Mohd Makhbul ◽

Azman Ismail

Keyword(s):

Supply Chain ◽

Structural Equation ◽

Food Industry ◽

Operational Performance ◽

Content Type ◽

Assurance System ◽

Halal Food ◽

Food Integrity ◽

The Impact ◽

Practical Implications

Purpose Much has been written about the importance of external integration for the integrity of food products. To achieve food integrity, all actors along the supply chain have to be fully integrated and comply with an assurance system or process. The more complex the supply chain operations are, the greater will be the need for integration. This research paper investigates the impact of external integration on compliance with halal standards, as an example of product integrity within the food industry. Design/methodology/approach A survey of 1,000 food manufacturers was conducted. Partial least squares structural equation modelling was used to test the effect of external integration on compliance with halal standards. Findings The results showed that there were links between halal assurance system and external integration. Nevertheless, it was discovered that only customer integration mediated the relationship between the halal assurance system and product quality and production cost. Practical implications The practical implications of the findings extend to managers in the food industry who might pursue supply chain integration as a structure to achieve excellence. The findings suggested that the deployment of a halal assurance system has a positive effect on operational performance. Furthermore, the results show that managers who wish to implement the halal assurance system should carefully invest in an external integration strategy, depending upon the operational performance improvement intended. Originality/value This research is one of the first studies to investigate the effects of external integration on halal food in general and is the first empirical investigation of the effect of safeguarding halal integrity on operational performance.

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Perception of food manufacturers towards adoption of halal food supply chain in Malaysia

Journal of Islamic Marketing ◽

10.1108/jima-12-2018-0236 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 11 (3) ◽

pp. 571-589

Author(s):

Fadhlur Rahim Azmi ◽

Abu Abdullah ◽

Haslinda Musa ◽

Wan Hasrulnizzam Wan Mahmood

Keyword(s):

Supply Chain ◽

Food Supply ◽

Food Industry ◽

Food Chains ◽

Food Supply Chain ◽

Content Type ◽

Travel And Tourism ◽

The Status ◽

Halal Food ◽

Practical Implications

Purpose Food industry players obtain the advantages of profits growth within the halal industry whereby the market is dynamic to generate profit. Hence, this study aims to analyse the perception of food manufacturers towards the adoption of the halal food supply chain (HFSC). Design/methodology/approach For this study, 103 halal food manufacturers in Malaysia were selected as respondents. Perceptions of respondents towards HFSC were recorded using a five-point questionnaire. The questionnaire was designed by authors and adapted from a previous study. The questionnaire was circulated by two experts with proficiency in this filed. Findings By conducting exploratory factor analysis, the study found the perception of food manufacturers, which is expected business benefits play an important role in the adoption of HFSC. Halal integrity becomes the second factor to lead the company to its adoption. Organizational readiness is the third factor that drives the company to adopt HFSC. Research limitations/implications Majority of the sample was responded by Bumiputera companies. The study suggests focussing the study for non-Bumiputera companies to examine their influence towards HFSC. Furthermore, future studies should explore different sectors of halal, such as pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, travel and tourism, logistics, finance and e-commerce. Moreover, ensuring the status of halal should be more emphasized in food chains; thus, the source of risk in HFSC should be explored to secure the integrity of halal. Practical implications The paper includes implications for the halal food industry, whereby the adoption of HFSC will contribute to the business benefits to create a more competitive advantage to the industry. Moreover, the implications of halal practice can create consumers’ trust on the halal product. Originality/value This paper fulfils an analysed need to study specifically on upstream parties by adopting HFSC.

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Halal Traceability and Halal Tracking Systems in Strengthening Halal Food Supply Chain for Food Industry in Malaysia (A Review)

Journal of Food Technology ◽

10.3923/jftech.2010.74.81 ◽

2010 ◽

Vol 8 (3) ◽

pp. 74-81 ◽

Cited By ~ 58

Author(s):

Suhaiza Zailani ◽

Zainal Arrifin ◽

Nabsiah Abd Wahid ◽

Rosly Othman ◽

Yudi Fernando

Keyword(s):

Supply Chain ◽

Food Supply ◽

Food Industry ◽

Tracking Systems ◽

Food Supply Chain ◽

Halal Food

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Adoption of internet of things among Malaysian halal agro-food SMEs and its challenges

Food Research ◽

10.26656/fr.2017.4(s1).s26 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 4 (S1) ◽

pp. 256-265

Author(s):

H. Ahmad Tarmizi ◽

N.H. Kamarulzaman ◽

A. Abd Rahman ◽

R. Atan

Keyword(s):

Supply Chain ◽

Internet Of Things ◽

Food Industry ◽

New Technologies ◽

Product Information ◽

Small And Medium Enterprises ◽

Pearson Correlation ◽

Descriptive Analysis ◽

Traceability System ◽

Halal Food

Safeguarding the high quality of halal food products is a new realm to explore with the advent of new technologies. The efficiency of food industry management has boosted the applicability of product traceability system with the aid of the internet of things (IoT). Traceability system with the use of IoT has facilitated food industry players in managing their product information along the supply chain. As one of the halal food industry key players, halal agro-food small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are reportedly yet to embrace the adoption of IoT. With IoT, halal agro-food SMEs supply chain has undoubtedly provided a trusted platform. However, halal related issues and scandals in the market are recurring persistently. Besides, the emergence of IoT in the agriculture sector requires active involvement by halal agro-food SMEs. Thus, the objective of this study was to investigate the adoption of IoT among Malaysian halal agro-food SMEs and its challenges. A self-administered questionnaire was employed to gather data from selected 158 halal agro-food SMEs. Descriptive analysis, mean score analysis, and Pearson correlation analysis were carried out to analyze the data. The results showed a lack of IoT adoption among halal agro-food SMEs in managing their business activities. The SMEs were also found to be low tech-savvy users of IoT in managing their halal products. Therefore, a vast improvement is needed in implementing IoT among Malaysian halal agro-food SMEs.

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Risk Mitigation Via Integrating House of Risk and Probability Impact Matrix in Halal Food Supply Chain

Jurnal Teknik Industri ◽

10.22219/jtiumm.vol22.no2.138-154 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 22 (2) ◽

pp. 138-154

Author(s):

Fitra Lestari ◽

Ahmad Mas’ari ◽

Silfia Meilani ◽

Irsan Nuari Riandika ◽

Abu Bakar Abdul Hamid

Keyword(s):

Supply Chain ◽

Food Supply ◽

Food Industry ◽

Risk Mitigation ◽

Food Supply Chain ◽

Supply Chain Strategy ◽

Halal Food ◽

Risk Handling ◽

Reward And Punishment

One of the food industry challenges is how to identify sources of risk by considering the halal concept. This study aimed to identify risks and determine risk handling priorities in the supply chain strategy of halal food. This research offered integration of the house of risk and the probability impact matrix to manage risk mitigation in the halal food industry. A case study in the halal food industry was applied in Indonesia based on Supply Chain Operations Reference (SCOR). This study identified 27 risk events and 31 risk agents through 2 phases. Result research showed that employees who did not have special skills (A20) had the highest risk. Moreover, reward and punishment to employees (PA16) was the best proactive action for making effective improvements. The implication of this research is to provide recommendations to management in mitigating risks in the halal food industry.

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Designing a Transparent Distributed Systems for Halal Supply Chains Using Blockchain Technology

Journal of Business & Economic Analysis ◽

10.36924/sbe.2020.3204 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 3 (2) ◽

Keyword(s):

Supply Chain ◽

Supply Chains ◽

Distributed System ◽

Food Industry ◽

Raw Materials ◽

Materials Processing ◽

Blockchain Technology ◽

Halal Food ◽

The Government ◽

Centralized System

Halal food is food in which its halalness status is regulated by a shariah institution, which is normally designated by the government. The halal status of food should be traced starting from raw materials, processing, packaging, transportation and distribution processes to end consumers. This is to make sure that halal food is free from any contamination that may change its halal status. The problem is the difficulty of tracing halal food along the supply chain as the supply chain information from the upstream to downstream in the food industry is not transparent. Currently, food tracking systems are a centralized system, where information about food status is only available to those who control the information. To improve the transparency of the food status and to increase trust from customers, a distributed and transparent system, where many parties can access the food status any time, is needed. Blockchain technology can be applied to help track the halalness status of food along its supply chain. As blockchain is inherently distributed and transparent, hence a distributed system can be developed by incorporating blockchain technology for tracking food status. This paper proposes a distributed system for tracing halal food along its supply chains using blockchain technology. This system is expected to support transparency, neutrality.

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