Supply chain strategies of manufacturers in Ethiopia

Dagne Birhanu, L. Krishnanand and A. Neelakanteswara Rao

International Journal of Productivity and Performance Management, 2018, vol. 67, issue 2, 318-340

Abstract: Purpose - The purpose of this paper is to test the supply chain (SC) strategies and the linking of SCs to SC strategies in line with Lee’s (2002) model. Design/methodology/approach - The paper used an empirical survey of 134 large industries to test the hypothesis suggested and strengthens the existing theories. Findings - Companies and SC measures are matched distinctively to their respective SC strategies. Research limitations/implications - Even though the research is only one of the few on case considered, it is not without limitations. The benefits from matching SC measures to the SC strategies are not quantified. Besides, continental wise survey is needed to come with further improved theory. Practical implications - Different SC types require typical SC measures in order to increase competitiveness. Linking SC performance to the respective SC strategy is compulsory. Originality/value - The research can be considered the only one of the few in the continent in general and a case country in particular. It is also the first of the type in the world in testing Lee’s model as far as the authors’ knowledge concerns.

Keywords: Performance measurement; Supply chain; Strategy; Supply chain management (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2018
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DOI: 10.1108/IJPPM-04-2015-0058

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