International Journal of Supply Chain Management
International Journal of Supply Chain Management (IJSCM) is a peer-reviewed indexed journal, ISSN: 2050-7399 (Online), 2051-3771 (Print), that publishes original, high quality, supply chain management empirical research that will have a significant impact on SCM theory and practice. Manuscripts accepted for publication in IJSCM must have clear implications for Supply chain managers based on one or more of a variety of rigorous research methodologies. IJSCM also publishes insightful meta-analyses of the SCM literature, conceptual/theoretical studies with clear implications for practice, comments on past articles, studies concerning the SCM field itself, and other such matters relevant to SCM.
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Barriers of Supply Chain Management Practices in Manufacturing Companies in Republic of Yemen: Pre-War Perspective
Hussein Mohammed Abu Al-Rejal;
Jamal D. Abu Doleh;
Loay Mohammed Salhieh;
Zulkifli Mohamed Udin;
Shahimi Mohtar
International Journal of Supply Chain Management Vol 6, No 3 (2017): International Journal of Supply Chain Management (IJSCM)
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Supply chain management (SCM) is a backbone of manufacturing firms, it enable them to manage all tasks throughout business process. Therefore, investigating the barriers for supply chain management has become significant to assist them for better practicing for SCM. However, the main aim of this paper is to describe the current technology, relationship, and alignment barriers within manufacturing companies in Yemen. A quantitative method was adopted using a questionnaire and a sample of 65 Yemenis respondents who belong to the medium management level of the manufacturing companies in Yemen. Data was analyzed using the SPSS Generally, the findings revealed that Suppliers and customer geographical distance from own facilities represent the most barriers to manufacturing companies in adopting SCM in Yemen. Discussions of the findings, implication and limitation of the study were also included.
Information Sharing Model in Supporting Implementation of e-Procurement Service: Case of Bandung City
Gadang Ramantoko;
Herry Irawan
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This research examines the factors influencing the Information Sharing Model in Supporting Implementation of e-Procurement Services: Case of Bandung City in its early maturity stage. The early maturity of information sharing stage was determined using e-Government Maturity Stage Conceptual Framework from Estevez. Bandung City e-Procurement Information Sharing system was categorized at stage 1 in Estevez model where the concern was mainly on assessing the benefit and risk of implementing the system. The Authors were using DeLone McLean (DM) Information System Success model to study benefit and risk of implementing the system in Bandung city. The model was then empirically tested by employing survey data that was collected from the available 40 listed supplier firms. DMs model adjusted by Klischewskis description was introducing Information Quality, System Quality, and Service Quality as independent variable; Usability and User Satisfaction as intermediate dependent variable; and Perceived Net Benefit as final dependent variable. The findings suggested that, all of the predictors in DMs model significantly influenced the net perceived benefit of implementing the e-Procurement system in the early maturity stage. The theoretical contribution of this research suggested that DMs model might find useful in modeling complex information technology successfulness such as the one used in e-Procurement service. This research could also have implications for policy makers (LPSE) and system providers (LKPP) following the introduction of the service. However, the small number of respondent might be considered limitation of the study. The model needs to be further tested using larger number of respondents by involving the population of the firms in extended boundary/municipality area around Bandung.
Determining Multi-Criteria Supplier Selection towards Sustainable Development of IT Project Outsourcing
Fauziah Baharom;
Prashaya Fusiripong;
Yuhanis Yusof
International Journal of Supply Chain Management Vol 6, No 3 (2017): International Journal of Supply Chain Management (IJSCM)
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Due to competitiveness in the global business, many organizations have sought alternative to improve their businesses and operations by outsourcing projects and this includes Information Technology (IT) projects. Selecting the most suitable IT supplier is important to ensure sustainable development of the projects. Supplier is selected based on a set of criteria used in the decision process. The criteria can be comprised into tangible and intangible criteria. Many studies have attempted to determine the criteria to be used in selecting IT supplier, nevertheless, it has yet to be reported on a standardize set of criteria to be used in IT outsourcing projects. Thus outsourcing decisions are often made under uncertainty and incomplete information which leads to weak decision and high risk of projects failure. Therefore, the study aimed to determine multi-criteria for supplier selection in order to ensure the sustainable development of IT outsourcing projects. The criteria were identified using comprehensive review approach that utilizes searching information related to multi criteria supplier selection in IT outsourcing and successful criteria of IT outsourcing projects. As a result, the identified criteria is proposed as a standardize criteria in selecting supplier for IT outsourcing projects. Such a contribution is hoped to benefit businesses for various IT outsourcing projects.
Change Agent System in Lean Manufacturing Implementation for Business Sustainability
Nordin, Norani;
Belal, H.M.
International Journal of Supply Chain Management Vol 6, No 3 (2017): International Journal of Supply Chain Management (IJSCM)
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This paper aims to propose a model of change agent system in lean manufacturing implementation to achieve organizational sustainability in terms of knowledge co-creation process with employees by changing their behavioural and mind-set thereby increase organizational performance. This study conducted multi-case design which contains more than a single case company viz., company A and company B are presented here. Results demonstrated with mentioned concept. Lean manufacturing accomplished by change agent system in manufacturing industry. The mentioned system is a promising way to ensure the translating of lean concept and its implementation to all workers in the company, by this means company achieving lean manufacturing culture to offer desired services to customers. This research contributes to create strategic corporate ways to succeed in lean manufacturing implementation by making knowledgeable and skilled human resource with the integrating of change agent system that will ensure value creation and organizational sustainability. There have been few scientific studies and research done on the mechanism involved in the change agent in lean manufacturing implementation. Our proposed model of change agent system to translate lean manufacturing concept is original and unique in practical field.
Impact of Quality Management Practices on Manufacturing Performance
Mohd Akhir;
Rosman Iteng;
Mohd Kamarul Irwan Abdul Rahim
International Journal of Supply Chain Management Vol 6, No 3 (2017): International Journal of Supply Chain Management (IJSCM)
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Abstract Quality management practices are important agenda to be implemented by the manufacturing for their survival. Different sector of industries has different element of quality management practices, this study it concern varying constructs of quality practices are required to be implemented according to their field. This study also is to examine the relationship of quality management practices and manufacturing performance in the Malaysian automotive industry. For the purpose of study, a questionnaire was developed and distributed among the automotive vendors based on sample random sampling. Framework of conceptual model using PLS-SEM analysis. This proposal framework model in this study is to investigate the causal relationship between the variables of quality management practices on manufacturing performance.
Criteria for Supplier Selection: An Application of AHP-SCOR Integrated Model (ASIM)
Nazim, Raja;
Raja Yaacob, Raja Ahmad Iskandar
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Supplier selection has become one important facet in supply chain management. As many conflicting aspects to take into account, supply chain performance is spectacularly elevated due to the enhancement of supplier selection problem in many areas. This paper introduces the new methodology based on integration of analytical hierarchy process. Questionnaire was sent to all stand-alone largest hypermarkets in Selangor, Malaysia to correlate the precedence importance based on 41 criteria in selecting the suppliers. The survey highlights the results that intensify the use of integration of AHP-SCOR model in assisting decision maker to effectively evaluate numerous suppliers. The results amplify the most appropriate decision making method providing the implication of newness development of integrated model.
The Mediating Role of Quality Leadership in Lean Practices and GLCs Performance
Mohd Rizal Razalli;
Hartini Ahmad;
Darwina Arshad
International Journal of Supply Chain Management Vol 6, No 3 (2017): International Journal of Supply Chain Management (IJSCM)
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Lean practices are expected to eliminate wastes and consequently increase the bottom line profit of an organization. The benefits not only go to the organization, but also to the customers as well. The government-linked companies (GLCs) are always known for their big-sized establishment. Hence, managing the resources of the GLCs is very challenging. Therefore, investigating the leanness of Malaysian GLCs, and how lean practices affect the organizational performance are important. This paper would examine the relationship of lean and performance of the GLCs in Malaysia. A total of 281 managers in the GLCs were surveyed. The direct relationship and mediation effects were analysed using the Partial Least Square (PLS) structural equation modelling. The findings showed that the level of leanness was relatively high among the GLCs, while the lean management practice was significantly related to the organizational performance. The quality leadership partially mediates the relationship between lean practices and organizational performance. The findings suggest that lean practices are critical for the GLCs performance, while quality leadership is significant in order these companies to have better performance. The findings can also be applied to other organizations as well.
Organisational Change Framework for Lean Manufacturing Implementation
Norani Nordin;
Baba Md Deros
International Journal of Supply Chain Management Vol 6, No 3 (2017): International Journal of Supply Chain Management (IJSCM)
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Lean manufacturing system is a proven approach for success in manufacturing companies worldwide. However, several companies have failed in their attempt to implement this system. The transition to lean manufacturing system requires a radical change which involves a total reshaping of purpose, system, and work culture. This paper develops a framework that may assist manufacturing companies to implement lean manufacturing system. This study has employed explanatory mixed method approach, which begins with survey distribution and is followed by in-depth interviews at Malaysian automotive companies to further refine the general picture attained from the survey. Both quantitative and qualitative results show that the key factors to managing a smooth transition to lean manufacturing are: change readiness, leadership and management, the change-agent system, team development and empowerment, communication, and the review system. The results also serve as the basis for developing organizational change that aids the framework implementation for lean manufacturing system. This framework has strong theoretical significance because of its explicit focus on the relationship between lean manufacturing and the management of its implementation. This framework may also provide practitioners with a better understanding of the transition process to lean manufacturing, which will minimize potential resistance and conflicts and thus improve the systems chances of success. Failure to recognize the organizational changes towards lean manufacturing system may hinder the systems long-term benefits to organization.
A System Dynamic Simulation Model for Managing the Human Error in Power tools Industries.
Mohd Jamil, Jastini;
Mohd Shaharanee, Izwan Nizal
International Journal of Supply Chain Management Vol 6, No 3 (2017): International Journal of Supply Chain Management (IJSCM)
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In the era of modern and competitive life of today, every organization will face the situations in which the work does not proceed as planned when there is problems occur in which it had to be delay. However, human error is often cited as the culprit. The error that made by the employees would cause them have to spend additional time to identify and check for the error which in turn could affect the normal operations of the company as well as the company’s reputation. Employee is a key element of the organization in running all of the activities of organization. Hence, work performance of the employees is a crucial factor in organizational success. The purpose of this study is to identify the factors that cause the increasing errors make by employees in the organization by using system dynamics approach. The broadly defined targets in this study are employees in the Regional Material Field team from purchasing department in power tools industries. Questionnaires were distributed to the respondents to obtain their perceptions on the root cause of errors make by employees in the company. The system dynamics model was developed to simulate the factor of the increasing errors make by employees and its impact. The findings of this study showed that the increasing of error make by employees was generally caused by the factors of workload, work capacity, job stress, motivation and performance of employees. However, this problem could be solve by increased the number of employees in the organization.
Public Private Collaboration Model In Spatial Data Infrastructure: Potential Elements
Raha Othman;
Ku Ruhana binti Ku Mahamud;
Muhamad Shahbani bin Abu Bakar
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The rapid development of Geospatial Technology locally and globally spurs the development of Spatial Data Infrastructure (SDI), mainly developed to help managing the growth of spatial data. Although the use of spatial data is reported as vast growth, SDI initiative is still reported to be below maturity due to low quality of data in terms of completeness and consistency, non-existence of custodian policy and information sharing act, and poor human capacity. These affected the full potential of spatial data as the main source to be used in development and decision-making activities. The availability of business centric data at the private sector further encourages the effort to collaborate these entities to gauge the full potential of SDI initiative. A conceptual model is proposed to solve issues in public-private collaboration in Spatial Data Infrastructure. The conclusion on exposure, acceptance, and spatial data sharing is based on the analysis of the outcome from the interview with seven entities related to spatial data infrastructure initiative. The outcome indicates that though the use is high, effectiveness of the geospatial technology is reported low due to the quality and heterogeneous data. Furthermore, the potential elements for collaborating public and private entities are proposed to optimise the utilisation of geospatial information, and create the synergy to spur the growth, hence sustaining the SDI initiative.