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This study investigated how inventory, green, supply, and lean manufacturing practices collectively influence the environmental, social, and economic sustainability of food manufacturing businesses in Ghana. Using a quantitative approach, data was gathered from 247 owners and managers of Ghanaian food manufacturing enterprises through structured questionnaires. The analysis, employing partial least square-structural equation modelling, revealed that both inventory and green manufacturing practices directly improved all three aspects of sustainable performance. However, lean manufacturing practices did not significantly impact economic performance, and supply management only improved economic performance. The findings offer insights for food manufacturers in Ghana and sub-Saharan Africa, suggesting strategic investments in sustainable supply chain practices.
Understanding which manufacturing practices genuinely contribute to sustainability is crucial for businesses in emerging economies. This research helps food manufacturers make informed decisions about investing in specific practices, such as green and inventory management, to improve their environmental, social, and economic outcomes, fostering more resilient and responsible operations.
This research offers practical guidance for food manufacturing businesses, particularly in Ghana and sub-Saharan Africa, on optimising their operations for sustainability. It can inform strategic investment decisions in inventory, green manufacturing, and supplier relationship management to enhance environmental, social, and economic performance. This is applied research, providing evidence-based recommendations for immediate implementation by industry practitioners.
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This study investigated the combined effects of inventory, green, supply and lean manufacturing practices on the sustainable performance (environmental [EP], social [SP] and economic [EcP] performances) of food manufacturing enterprises in emerging economies like Ghana. The study adopted the quantitative approach and explanatory research design. Primary data was obtained from 247 owners and managers of food manufacturing enterprises in Ghana through structured questionnaires. Twelve hypotheses were developed and tested using the partial least square-structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM) analytical tool. The study’s results revealed that inventory and green manufacturing practices directly influenced sustainable performance (SP, EP, and EcP), while lean manufacturing practices had an insignificant influence on economic performance. Supply management, on the other hand, significantly improved only economic performance. The outcome of the study provides valuable information for food manufacturers in Ghana and sub-Saharan Africa. The outcome will provide more robust support for food manufacturers to invest heavily into sustainable supply chain management practices such as inventory, green and lean while establishing stronger relationships with key suppliers to guarantee a consistent supply of raw materials; thereby, promoting sustainable performance. This study contributes to the current literature on sustainable supply chain management and sustainable performance with concrete evidence from food manufacturing enterprises within an emerging economy.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.clscn.2023.100120
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