This study uses the Resource-Based View (RBV) and technology, organization, and environment (TOE) theories to examine how smart supply chain (SSC) practices affect financial performance (FP) in enterprises of various sizes. Our results show that SSC benefits larger enterprises more financially than smaller firms. SSC has a statistically significant effect on green supply chain management (GSCM) and sustainable supply chain performance (SSCP), and the strength of the relationship declines with a decline in firm size. Smaller enterprises are more receptive to competitive pressure and implement GSCM alongside SSC. Our findings show that SSCP improves financial performance, while GSCM does not, even in large enterprises. Further, mediation effects show that GSCM mediates the relationship between SSC and SSCP, whereas it does not mediate between SSC and FP across all sizes. The impact of SSC on FP is sequentially mediated via GSCM and SSCP. Using a non-linear approach (ANN), we also rank independent variables for small, medium, and large firms. Our research provides important implications.

Lean Practices have been implemented by private hospitals to get counterproductive solutions for reducing costs and gaining a competitive advantage. This research aims to examine the significance of lean practices on competitive advantage in the Sri Lankan private hospital sector to fill the knowledge gap. This research used a quantitative approach in which primary data was collected through a questionnaire-based survey and an analysis was conducted using structural equation modeling using the SmartPLS software. The research reveals the level of impact of lean practices, 5S, Kaizen, Kanban, and Just in Time in achieving a competitive advantage in the private hospital sector. Studies have demonstrated a significant impact of adopting the Just in Time approach in comparison to other established lean practices within the Sri Lankan private hospital sector, highlighting its unique and valuable contribution for health services. Researchers demonstrated when comparing Just in Time with other chosen lean practices for the study from the perspective of supply chain professionals, Just in Time contributes significantly to the competitive advantage of the Sri Lankan private hospital sector.

This study analyzes the relationships between knowledge sharing culture, information technology support, and process innovation on supply chain sustainability in Indonesia's digital printing SMEs, with market uncertainty as a moderating variable. Employing an explanatory approach, the research utilizes a cross-sectional survey involving 225 SME owners. Data were analyzed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). The findings reveal that knowledge sharing culture has a significant positive impact on both process innovation and supply chain sustainability. Conversely, information technology support negatively affects these two variables. Process innovation positively contributes to supply chain sustainability, albeit with a small effect. Market uncertainty strengthens supply chain sustainability but weakens the relationship between process innovation and sustainability. The mediating role of knowledge sharing culture through process innovation highlights a critical pathway for enhancing supply chain sustainability. This study offers theoretical and practical implications regarding the importance of knowledge sharing culture and process innovation, alongside challenges in technology adoption. The study's limitations include its cross-sectional approach a

There are few studies addressing the mediating effect of readiness in supply chains in developing countries. We use the theory of dynamic capabilities to investigate the impact of integration (INT) on readiness (REA) and on innovative product performance (IPP) and to examine the mediating effect of REA on INT and IPP. We conducted a survey with a sample of 213 supply chain (SC) managers of machinery and equipment for transport and lifting heavy loads in Brazil. To this end, we used structural equation modeling to test the hypotheses and PROCESS macro to confirm the indirect effect. The empirical results indicate a significant effect between INT and REA and REA and IPP. However, the indirect impact of REA was compromised. The literature review demonstrates that the microfoundations of dynamic capabilities (Sensing, Seizing and Reconfiguration) strengthen supply chain links, particularly between INT, REA and IPP. This article helps managers understand the functioning of SC routines and operations. To this end, they should develop strategies that strengthen SC ties with INT, REA and IPP to face future crises. This paper advances the findings on integration, readiness, and innovative product performance in an SC. The findings provide insightful implications for managers to improve their strategies. In doing so, we theorize how the microfoundations of dynamic capabilities support the efficiency of supply chain operations.

In food processing factories, especially when dealing with perishable items, managing inventory is crucial as it impacts sales, quality, and customer satisfaction. However, inventory management is often complicated by the costs and intricacies of the supply chain. This research aims to create a conceptual model that connects the costs and complexities of the supply chain with satisfaction, sales, and quality through optimized inventory management. The study involves a case analysis of thirteen food processing factories, using a structured questionnaire for data collection. To validate the proposed framework, PLS-SEM was employed. The framework addressed five key research questions, and the results confirmed that inventory management is essential for maintaining quality, sales, and satisfaction, and that supply chain costs and complexity influence inventory management.

This study aims to analyze the effect of social communication on sustainable territorial performance at the Iskandar Muda Military Command in Aceh. The research sample consisted of 326 Village Supervisors (Babinsa) who were recruited through an invitation to complete a questionnaire distributed via official TNI communication channels with a survey link on Google Forms. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire designed to gather demographic information of respondents and research variables, including social communication, sustainable territorial performance, territorial responsiveness, and territorial loyalty. The questionnaire consisted of two parts, utilizing a 5-point Likert scale to measure respondents' levels of agreement with the statements. Data analysis was conducted using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) with a Partial Least Squares (PLS) approach. The results indicated that territorial responsiveness and territorial loyalty do not mediate the relationship between social communication and sustainable territorial performance. However, both variables have a direct positive and significant impact on sustainable territorial performance. Additionally, social communication was found to have no direct effect on sustainable territorial performance, territorial responsiveness, or territorial loyalty. These findings provide important insights into the relationship between social communication and territorial performance, as well as implications for management practices in military settings.

The role of the clove industry in Indonesia's economy is crucial, as it makes a substantial contribution to the GDP and export figures. Despite experiencing growth overall, clove farmers face various challenges such as price fluctuations, climate change impacts, and limited market access. By analyzing data spanning from 2014 to 2021, this research anticipates a continuous increase in production levels but foresees a decrease in export numbers. Proposed policy measures include providing financial assistance, promoting education, enhancing infrastructure, developing markets, and ensuring environmental sustainability. It is crucial to focus on credit availability, incentives, and subsidies, while also improving agricultural education, infrastructure, and sustainable farming methods. A comprehensive approach across eight key policy areas is necessary to strengthen the clove industry in Indonesia. By addressing these challenges holistically, the clove sector can look forward to a resilient and sustainable future, maintaining its importance in the country's economic landscape.

This research investigates the impact of stimulus, capability, collusion, opportunity, rationalization, ego, lack of empathy, and spirituality on financial reporting fraud. This chapter also explores how social media can moderate these impacts as a channel for whistleblowing information. Based on balanced panel data with a sample of 441 research data, the research focuses on commercial banks registered with the Financial Services Authority, Indonesia, from 2016 to 2022. The research results reveal that opportunity has a negative influence on fraudulent financial reporting; lack of empathy also has a negative influence on fraudulent financial reporting; lack of spirituality has a positive influence on fraudulent financial reporting; social media as an information channel for the whistleblowing system weakens the influence of lack of spirituality on fraudulent financial reporting, and social media strengthens the influence of opportunity and lack of empathy on fraudulent financial reporting. This research not only aims to bridge the research gap regarding financial reporting that contains fraud (fraud theory) but also provides practical insights and recommendations for regulators, especially in monitoring financial reporting that contains fraud in the banking sector. Hence, these findings are very relevant and can be applied.

Supply chain resilience has rapidly expanded as a research area due to increased vulnerability to disruptions and uncertainties. Integration and re-engineering are essential components of a resilient supply chain that can improve its performance. Nevertheless, no one has yet investigated the effect of Artificial intelligence (AI) on the relationship between integration and re-engineering. Therefore, this study aims at investigating the roles of supply chain integration and re-engineering on supply chain performance. Similarly, it investigated the moderating role of AI in these relationships. This study develops a theoretical framework based on resource-based view and the social construction of technology theory. Based on a quantitative study of 564 responses collected from supply chain and clinical unit managers in the Qatari public healthcare sector, an empirical analysis was made using the partial least squares (PLS) path modelling technique. Results revealed that supply chain integration and re-engineering positively affect supply chain performance. Most significantly, these relationships are found to be positively moderated by AI. This study confirms the impact of supply chain integration and re-engineering on performance, providing empirical evidence for AI's role in strengthening these relationships.

This study examines the impact of social and economic factors on community adherence to COVID-19 health protocols in Surabaya, Indonesia, through a supply chain management perspective. It applies the five-component supply chain model encompassing supply chain policies, governance structures, consumer attitudes, process efficiency, and the integration of culture/technology. The primary data is derived from a survey of 119 participants, supplemented by secondary data on national health protocols and local COVID-19 cases. The analysis reveals critical gaps in compliance with health protocols, particularly regarding mask usage, social distancing, and avoiding crowded spaces. Specifically, only 17.6% of religious adherents follow these protocols, while 82.3% do not. In traditional markets, compliance stands at 19.2%, while 80.8% of participants ignore the guidelines. Among the youth, only 12.4% adhere to the protocols, with 87.6% disregarding them. The study highlights the need to improve the supply chain of public health interventions, from awareness campaigns (demand generation) to efficient delivery systems (process optimization) and monitoring mechanisms (evaluation and feedback loops). Emphasizing a supply chain approach, the findings suggest that strengthening the upstream (policy and governance), midstream (public behavior and attitudes), and downstream (cultural and technological adaptations) components can enhance compliance rates and reduce COVID-19 transmission. The study concludes with actionable recommendations, such as increasing public health awareness, strengthening governance frameworks, targeting interventions for vulnerable groups, and fostering multi-stakeholder partnerships to create a resilient health compliance supply chain in Surabaya, Indonesia.