Governance and Sustainable Supply Chain Management

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What is the primary focus of sustainable procurement?

Maximizing surplus sales of unused assets

Minimizing energy consumption in manufacturing processes

Cooperating with suppliers to develop environmentally sustainable products (correct)

Reducing the costs associated with purchased materials

Which of the following best describes sustainable distribution?

Transportation that prioritizes cost over environmental impact

Delivery systems focusing on speed over environmental concerns

Transportation methods that generate the most profits

Any transportation minimizing negative environmental impact (correct)

How does environmental performance relate to manufacturing plants?

It indicates the ability to minimize emissions and waste. (correct)

It pertains to the reduction of operational costs exclusively.

It measures the plants' ability to increase product turnover.

It focuses on maximizing the use of hazardous materials.

Which aspect is not a focus of economic performance in manufacturing?

Enhancing product quality at any cost Signup and view all the answers

What type of pressures do coercive pressures represent in governance?

Enforcement of environmental regulations and legislations Signup and view all the answers

What term is used to describe the governance pressure in relation to SSCM practices?

Coercive pressure Signup and view all the answers

Investment recovery focuses on what aspect within the sustainability framework?

Selling and reusing end-of-life assets effectively Signup and view all the answers

What are governance pressures primarily aimed at influencing?

Environmental initiatives in manufacturing Signup and view all the answers

What is a major component of sustainable design?

Minimizing material consumption and enabling recycling Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an example of an Environmental Directive enacted by the European Union?

Sustainable Forestry Directive (SFD) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a benefit of implementing sustainable procurement practices?

Enhanced supplier cooperation and sustainability Signup and view all the answers

What dual focus does the research aim to achieve in relation to SSCM?

Role of governance in SSCM practices and performance outcomes Signup and view all the answers

How do international regulatory policies affect manufacturers in developing countries?

They compel them to adopt environmental practices for export. Signup and view all the answers

What concept is used to explain the influence of governance on SSCM adoption?

Institutional theory Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant outcome companies should achieve through SSCM practices as indicated in the content?

Minimized negative environmental impact Signup and view all the answers

What main challenge is highlighted in the existing research on SSCM?

Inconclusive findings and contradictions Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary impact of coercive pressures on SSCM practices?

They directly impact all SSCM practices Signup and view all the answers

Which SSCM practice had a negative correlation with economic performance?

Sustainable design Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best summarizes the relationship between SSCM and environmental performance?

SSCM practices enhance environmental performance through governance Signup and view all the answers

What does the study suggest about the economic performance of firms implementing SSCM practices?

Results regarding economic performance are inconclusive Signup and view all the answers

What role does governance play in the adoption of sustainable supply chain management (SSCM)?

Governance facilitates the adoption of SSCM practices Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an SSCM practice in the study?

Waste reduction practices Signup and view all the answers

The study indicates a significant linkage between which of the following?

Implementation of SSCM practices and environmental performance Signup and view all the answers

What is a common misconception about the impact of SSCM practices?

They only affect economic performance positively Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Governance Pressures and Sustainable Supply Chain Management Performance

UK manufacturing firms face increasing stakeholder expectations for environmental and ethical responsibility.
Institutional pressures are driving firms to adopt sustainable supply chain management (SSCM) practices.
The study aims to determine the role of governance in the adoption of SSCM and if SSCM can be both environmentally beneficial and commercially viable.
Data was collected from 146 UK manufacturing managers.
Empirical analysis confirms that governance pressures impact the implementation of SSCM.
Governmental environmental regulations (coercive pressure) are a strong driver in implementing SSCM practices.
Successful SSCM implementation positively affects environmental performance.
However, overall economic performance isn't always improved; only sustainable procurement shows a consistent positive effect on economic performance.
Existing research regarding the positive impact of SSCM on performance is inconclusive and ambiguous.

Theoretical Development and Hypotheses

Firms are pressured to adopt SSCM because of governance pressures, especially regulations.
Institutional theory is utilized to explain the adoption of SSCM practices.
Three types of institutional pressures (normative, mimetic, and coercive) drive environmental policies.
Coercive pressure from governmental environmental regulations is seen as a major factor.
This study hypothesizes a positive relationship between governance pressures and SSCM practices; and explores the links between SSCM practices and performance outcomes.

SSCM Practices and Performance Outcomes

Traditional supply chains are adapted by incorporating environmental concerns for sustainable products, services and combinations.
Sustainable supply chain management (SSCM) practices include: sustainable procurement, sustainable distribution, sustainable design, and investment recovery.
These practices are meant to minimize a product's environmental impact without a negative performance trade-off in cost or functionality.
A positive correlation between SSCM practices and environmental performance is anticipated.
SSCM practices should lead to decreased waste and emissions improving environmental performance.
The link between SSCM practices and economic incentives is complex and uncertain.

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This quiz explores the influence of governance pressures on sustainable supply chain management (SSCM) performance in UK manufacturing firms. It examines how institutional and governmental pressures drive the adoption of SSCM practices and their impact on both environmental and economic outcomes. Test your understanding of these critical dynamics in sustainable business practices.