Modeling the supply chain sustainability imperatives in the fashion retail industry: Implications for sustainable development
2024

Sustainability in Fashion Retail Supply Chains

Sample size: 24 publication 10 minutes Evidence: high

Author Information

Author(s): Imran Md. Tariqul Islam, Karmaker Chitra Lekha, Karim Rubayet, Misbauddin S. M., Bari A. B. M. Mainul, Raihan Asif

Primary Institution: Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology

Hypothesis

What are the imperatives for improving sustainable supply chain management following recent disruptions?

Conclusion

The study identifies key imperatives for enhancing sustainability in the fashion retail supply chain, particularly in the context of recent global disruptions.

Supporting Evidence

  • Government support schemes are crucial for promoting sustainability.
  • Digitalizing the supply chain enhances efficiency and resilience.
  • Collaboration among supply chain stakeholders improves overall performance.
  • Understanding customer awareness of sustainable products is essential for market success.
  • Using AI in manufacturing can significantly boost productivity and sustainability.

Takeaway

This study looks at how to make fashion supply chains better for the environment and society, especially after big problems like COVID-19 and wars.

Methodology

The study used a combination of Pareto analysis and Bayesian Best-Worst Method to identify and prioritize sustainability imperatives.

Potential Biases

The reliance on expert judgment may not fully represent the broader context of sustainability imperatives.

Limitations

The study focused on twelve imperatives based on expert opinions, which may introduce bias.

Participant Demographics

Experts from the fashion retail industry, supply chain management, and academia.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1371/journal.pone.0312671

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