Examining the Evolution of Sustainable Supply Chain Management: A Systematic Review and Bibliometric Analysis

A. K. M. Mohsin, Valentin Schmidt, Franz Aschauer, Michael Plasch and Markus Gerschberger

Sustainable Development, 2025, vol. 33, issue 6, 8213-8238

Abstract: The escalating climate crisis, coupled with intensifying stakeholder demands and regulatory pressures, has placed sustainability at the forefront of global supply chain management. sustainable supply chain management (SSCM) has emerged as a transformative field, integrating economic, environmental, and social dimensions to address critical challenges in achieving a sustainable future. This study presents a rigorous systematic review and bibliometric analysis of SSCM research from 2000 to 2023, offering novel insights into its evolution, geographical contributions, and key thematic areas such as green supply chain practices, closed‐loop systems, ethical considerations, and advanced sustainability metrics. By uncovering critical research gaps and emerging trends, including the adoption of advanced technologies, circular economy frameworks, and collaborative governance models, this review provides a strategic blueprint for advancing both academic inquiry and practical implementation. The findings emphasize the pivotal role of SSCM in driving systemic change, fostering corporate resilience, and catalyzing the transition toward a net‐zero and resource‐efficient global economy. This work serves as a cornerstone for academics, policymakers, and industry leaders to collectively reimagine supply chains as engines of sustainable transformation.

Date: 2025
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