The Resource and Leagile Strategy Model for Apparel Export Enterprises

Apparel export enterprises are organizations that are part of the global supply chain. Covid-19, a global pandemic, has emerged as a supply chain disruption since March 2020. The situation is uncertain, and export enterprises at upstream need clear visibility to manage business activities at their end. Due to Covid-19, all global chain stakeholders are at risk, but the apparel chain upstream is more vulnerable than in developing and underdeveloped countries. The situation is exacerbating sustainability and causing labor jobs, excess inventory, production waste, and irresponsible raw material consumption. The paper aims to propose a model based on resource capabilities and a supply chain strategy for exporting enterprises. The model presented in the research is the 'Resource & Leagile Strategy' (RLS) model. The study uses the resource-based view (RBV) to specify resources and leagile strategy to manage the uncertainties created due to Covid-19.

Rethinking Supply Chain Strategy to Face Global Challenges Imposed by COVID-19

COVID-19 has been perceived as a new menace to undertake business relations in the marketplace. Consequently, supply chains have been required to reevaluate how to manage their key functions to cope with harsh business environment under this pandemic outbreak scenario. Therefore, supply chain strategies have taken an essential role in achieving resilience, flexibility, responsiveness and sustainable operations. As a result, the introduction of new digital technologies has contributed to enhance organizational performance and to face COVID-19 challenges in global markets. The purpose of this chapter is to provide insights of current literature on supply chain operations by identifying strategic practices within this pandemic health outbreak crisis. The chapter introduces an overview of the supply chain key functional areas. Then, the discussion concentrates on describing a series of observations and empirical research developed by academics and experts on the topic. After that, supply chain strategic practices are analyzed, followed by a description of digital technology as a critical tool to achieve operational excellence and to compete in tougher market conditions. Finally, a conceptual model is proposed to ensure effective supply chain functioning and value creation across the entire firm’s operations. Conclusion are drawn to summarize the contribution of this chapter and to highlight the importance of rethinking new practices for achieving higher performance results. Future research suggestions are presented to advance the discussion and research in embracing new supply chain models under market uncertainty in terms of demand, supply and operations.

The role played by supply chain strategies and supply chain integration in financial performance. An empirical study in Peru

The objective of this study is to develop and test a framework for the role that supply chain strategy (SCS) and supply chain integration have in a firm’s financial performance and to increase the understanding of the role that these factors play in supply chain design. Structural equation modeling was used to test these relationships based on data obtained from small and medium exporting enterprises in Peru. This study responds to a gap in understanding the role of supply chains in small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and how firms in Latin America, especially in Peru, apply supply chain concepts. Findings indicate that companies should prioritize their integration efforts depending on the type of supply chain strategy. Likewise, results show that customer integration is directly related to a firm’s financial performance. This study responds to the need to understand the development of supply chain strategies and the generation of competitive advantage in Peruvian export-manufacturing SMEs.

Supply chain strategy in the luxury fashion industry: impacts on performance indicators

PurposeThe purpose of this paper was to investigate what types of supply chain strategies (SCS) are implemented within luxury fashion companies, according to the drivers that regulate competitiveness in this sector (brand positioning, distribution channel, type and line of product). Moreover, the objective was to define which key performance indicators (KPIs) should be measured according to the chosen strategy, and finally to evaluate the alignment of luxury fashion companies with the proposed indicators.Design/methodology/approachThe literature review was the first step performed. Thereafter, a case study was conducted and the sample, composed of six companies, was selected, a questionnaire was then developed to guide the interviews, after which the data were collected. From the data, a primary case analysis was conducted, from which cross-case patterns were also researched.FindingsFrom the results obtained, it was possible to state that companies involved in the case study adopted different SCS within the same company according to the drivers that regulate the sector competitiveness. As a result, the product line was shown to be the only driver that affected both the alignment between the expected and implemented SCS, respectively, and the alignment with the selected KPIs.Originality/valueThe paper provides valuable insights to companies that are trying to align SCS and KPIs. The close link between these aspects had not yet been explored previously. In particular, there were no indications about the KPIs that have to be measured for a specific SCS.

Formulating the Electric Vehicle Battery Supply Chain in Indonesia

The need for electric vehicle (EV) in the world is currently showing an increase, including Indonesia. Indonesia's Lithium reserves of around 4.5 billion tons and is the largest in the world, about 32.7%. This study aims to formulate a strategy for the EV battery supply chain in Indonesia to support the industry. Data was collected through questionnaires from experts using AHP-CPI. Center of Gravity was applied to determine the specific location and the supply chain strategy was formulated with SWOT. The research resulted in the best alternative location for an EV battery factory in the IMIP-Morowali industrial area, Central Sulawesi with score 486.55. Two grand strategies were suggested for EV supply chain industry, conducting research and improving human resources through training and technology transfer from investors by providing incentives.

Lean Supply Chain System in Indonesian Banking Industry

The goal of this research is to identify, inspect, and assess the existing system, performance, limitations encountered, and lean supply chain solutions that may be used in the banking industry’s account opening process. The qualitative exploratory analytical research approach was utilized, using a sample of state-owned banks such as Bank Mandiri, Bank Negara Indonesia (BNI), and Bank Rakyat Indonesia (BRI). The process of developing a lean supply chain strategy include identifying problems using SIPOC and VSM tools, analyzing problems using VALSAT tools, improving processes using FMEA tools, and controlling processes using SQC tools. The system of account opening that is now in use in the banking industry is partial, the performance of the banking industry’s account opening system is not ideal, some of the issues that have arisen as a result of the banking industry’s account opening system include, among other things, an increase in the number of employees and a lack of ergonomic in the design of the teller machine, and Process Activity Mapping may be used in the banking industry as a lean supply chain strategy

Moderating effect of environmental uncertainties on the relationship between lean supply chain strategy and performance of manufacturing firms in Kenya

The purpose of the study was to determine the moderating effect of environmental uncertainties on the relationship between lean supply chain strategy and the performance of manufacturing firms in Kenya. The study utilized a descriptive research design. The target population was 829 supply chain managers or directors from manufacturing firms around the country. A sample of 270 supply chain or procurement managers was selected using stratified random sampling. Results indicated that lean supply chain strategy explained 60.7% of the total variations in the performance of manufacturing firms. In addition, lean supply chain strategy had a positive and significant effect on the performance of manufacturing firms. With the introduction of moderating variables (environmental uncertainties); lean supply chain strategy explained 33% of the total variations in the performance of manufacturing firms. This denoted those environmental uncertainties had a negative moderating effect on the relationship between lean supply chain strategy and performance of manufacturing firms in Kenya. The study concluded that lean supply chain strategy had a positive and statistically significant effect on the performance of manufacturing firms in Kenya.

Integration of livestock supply chain strategy as part of the creative economy and creative industry in Indonesia: literature review

Low production capacity and the traditional farming method that is practiced in Indonesia have resulted in Indonesia dependent on imports to fulfil the demand. Meat, milk, eggs, even skins still can not be fully supplied from national production. Livestock supply chain strategies such as the application of the creative economy and creative industries are needed to overcome the dependency gap on imported raw materials. The challenge in Indonesia is lack of technology & knowledge. This study aimed to determine the role of the creative economy and the creative industry in improving the livestock supply chain in Indonesia. This study used a conceptual method from a literature study. Currently, the creative economy and creative industries are still relatively at the level of SMEs. The recurring problem shows the weak management of technology and knowledge. Based on the literature study result, the creative economy and creative industries can increase the supply of livestock in Indonesia. Hopefully the research on creative economy strategies and creative industries will not only become a trend but also sustainable in the future.