Sustainable Management Practices in Supply Chains
A special issue of Sustainability (ISSN 2071-1050). This special issue belongs to the section "Economic and Business Aspects of Sustainability".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 25 September 2026 | Viewed by 36
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The focus of this Special Issue is on how sustainable management practices strengthen the environmental, social, and economic performance of supply chains. The scope covers conceptual, empirical, and methodological studies that investigate strategies such as circular economy integration, low-carbon logistics, responsible sourcing, stakeholder collaboration, and data-driven governance. The purpose is to advance theoretical understanding and provide actionable insights for managers and policymakers seeking resilient and resource-efficient supply networks.
This collection will supplement and extend the existing literature on sustainable supply chain management, green operations, and corporate social responsibility. By directly engaging with the mission of Sustainability, it highlights how innovative management practices contribute to long-term supply chain resilience and measurable progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals. In doing so, it offers a coherent platform for researchers to refine theory and propose practical solutions that move global and regional supply chains toward sustainable development.
Prof. Dr. Ping-Kuo Chen
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- sustainable supply chain management
- green operations
- circular economy
- low-carbon logistics
- responsible sourcing
- stakeholder collaboration
- data-driven governance
- supply chain resilience
- sustainable development goals (SDGs)
- environmental and social responsibility
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