Sustainable Supply Chain Management Practices

Challenges and opportunities: A focus on the South African manufacturing sector

Authors

  • Sokhetye Anathi Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences Doctoral School of Econmics and Regional Sciences

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.33032/acr.4875

Keywords:

Sustainable supply chain management, innovation, challenges, Technology, opportunities, Sustainable sourcing

Abstract

This paper explores challenges and opportunities in sustainable supply chain management in the South African manufacturing sector. The research aims to analyze the current state of sustainable supply chain management in the south African manufacturing sector. Through interviews with production managers, procurement managers and senior managers. This paper analyzes existing sustainable practices, such as sustainable material sourcing by procurement managers. However, there are challenges, such as Complex regulatory sourcing, supplier collaboration and resource scarcity. Recommendations emphasize investing in efficient technology infrastructure and supplier collaboration, this study contributes to the ongoing discussion on sustainable supply chain management in the manufacturing sector in South Africa.

Author Biography

  • Sokhetye Anathi, Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences Doctoral School of Econmics and Regional Sciences

    Anathi Sokhetye
    PhD student
    Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences
    Doctoral School of Econmics and Regional Sciences
    Anathimihlalisokhetye@gmail.com

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Published

2023-12-15

How to Cite

Sustainable Supply Chain Management Practices: Challenges and opportunities: A focus on the South African manufacturing sector. (2023). Acta Carolus Robertus, 13(2), 3-10. https://doi.org/10.33032/acr.4875