Strategic Analysis of Tesco's International Purchasing and Supply Chain Management: Challenges, Opportunities, and Future Directions

Le Li and Jian Hua Zeng
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Le Li: The School of Economic and Management, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Malaysia, & The School of Management and Engineering, Anhui Institute of Information Technology, Wuhu, China.
Jian Hua Zeng: School of Chemistry and Life Science, Hubei University of Education, Wuhan 430205, China.

International Journal of Science and Business, 2024, vol. 35, issue 1, 132-143

Abstract: This review paper examines Tesco's international purchasing and supply-chain management strategies, focusing on its operations and strategic initiatives. Tesco, a prominent global retailer, faces significant challenges and opportunities in a competitive market environment. Through a SWOT analysis, Tesco's strengths in efficient logistics and expansive market reach are highlighted, alongside weaknesses such as environmental sustainability concerns and operational inefficiencies. The study also explores Tesco's value chain, emphasizing its primary activities like inbound logistics and outbound distribution, as well as supporting activities such as human resource management and technological innovations like RFID. Future challenges, including environmental sustainability and market expansion in Asia and Africa, are discussed, with recommendations provided to enhance Tesco's sustainable development and competitive position in the global retail landscape.

Keywords: Tesco; International purchasing; Supply chain management; SWOT analysis; Value chain analysis; Sustainability (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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