As a useful strategy to improve the flexibility of the system to manage uncertainty in supply and demand and to improve the sustainability of the supply chain, vendor-managed inventory (VMI) programs have attracted widespread attention in the field of supply chain management. However, a growing body of empirical literature has shown that participants’ decisions deviate significantly from the standard theoretical predictions. Under a VMI program, the supplier bears not only the production cost, but also the risk of leftover inventory. Moreover, the inequality among participants and different personalities of decision-makers in VMI programs may lead to the divergence of decision-making. To understand the supplier’s replenishment decision in view of the behavioral pattern, we propose a new inventory model for the supplier with the focus theory of choice. The proposed model conceives that the retailer evaluates each replenishment quantity based on the most salient demand for him/her instead of calculating the expected utility. By employing this inventory model, we construct a two-tier supply chain model with revenue-sharing contract and theoretically derive the optimal sharing percentage of the revenue and replenishment quantity. Results analysis gains managerial insights into the strategic selection of the retailer who faces suppliers with different personalities. Comparisons between the classic revenue-sharing contract model and the proposed model are also carried out by illustrative examples. This research provides a new perspective to analyze individual supplier’s behavior in a VMI program with revenue-sharing contracts.

While decent work has emerged as the central theme of the psychology of work theory and a global concept and directive for promoting social, political, and economic justice, it has garnered increasing scientific and political attention in the past two decades. However, until now, no defined measurement scale for the pharmaceutical supply chain exists. The present study aims to design and validate key performance indicators (KPIs) for 'decent work' in the pharmaceutical industry supply chain of Iran, using the Decent Work Daffi Scale (2017) as a reliable framework with five sub-scales and 15 items, tested and validated. For the validation of the Decent Work Scale, a quantitative survey study was conducted among selected pharmaceutical industry experts with a sample size of 228 individuals in the year 2023. The current study adopted an exploratory factor analysis approach using SPSS software and a confirmatory factor analysis through AMOS version 24 software. In this context, the factor structure, convergent validity, discriminant validity, and Cronbach's alpha coefficients were examined. The results showed that the five-factor structure outperforms the one-factor model with evidence supporting the convergent, discriminant, and predictive validity of the five-factor scale. Thus, the measurement of decent work in the pharmaceutical industry of Iran comprises five sub-scales: occupational safety conditions, access to healthcare, adequate remuneration, Free time and rest, and alignment of organizational values with family and societal values. This scale can serve as a useful tool for industrial and organizational psychology research, as well as for studies on the sustainability of social supply chains.

This study aims to examine the influence of Big Data analytics, innovation & capabilities in the supply chain as well as to find the moderating effect of organisational flexibility on the performance of the supply chain (SCP) and find the effect of competitive intensity as a controlling variable on the performance of supply chain. This research aims to present a theoretical model based on the resource-based theory's relational view (RBV). The data was collected through a survey questionnaire and 25 manufacturer firms managers participate in this survey. According to the findings of this study BDA has a favourable and strong association with SCI and SCC, as well as SCP. The majority of the manufacturers' firms in this research employed BDA to speed up their standing algorithms quicker with massive data sets.

The study aims to investigate the moderating role of Organizational Readiness (OR) in the relationship between Supply Chain Agility (SCA) and Blockchain Adoption Intention (BAI) among these SMEs, drawing on the Resource-Based View (RBV) theory. The study adopts a positivist approach and a cross-sectional design to explore how organizational readiness moderates blockchain adoption in Saudi SMEs. It uses a quantitative methodology, surveying decision-makers from SMEs engaged in supply chain activities to gather data. Data analysis is performed using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM). The study's findings indicate that Operational Supply Chain Transparency (OSCT) impacts Supply Chain Alignment (SCL), Supply Chain Adaptability (SCD), SCA, and BAI. Moreover, there is a positive influence of SCL on SCD and SCA. SCA also significantly influences BAI. Furthermore, the moderation analysis shows that OR significantly affects the SCA-BAI relationship, indicating that higher OR amplifies the positive impact of supply chain agility on blockchain adoption intention, underscoring the critical roles of supply chain factors and OR in blockchain adoption among SMEs. Based on the RBV theory, the study delves into how constructs like SCL, OSCT, SCD, and SCA are influenced by blockchain technology. It assesses the extent to which these factors would impact the propensity of SMEs to implement blockchain yet explores the moderating influence of OR on this dynamic.

The blue swimming crabs (BSC) fishing industry in Indonesia is heading towards an imbalance between demand and sustainability of its resources, a factor in supply. The mismanagement of traceability data and information in the supply chain is suspected to be one of the causes adding to the complexity of recent BSC fisheries management. This research aimed to identify BSC supply chain patterns and their issues, especially on two coastal regencies on the North Coast of the Java Sea. The research was conducted during June and December 2023 in Cirebon Regency and Rembang Regency. The study enlisted 70 participants, comprising fishermen, traders, processors, and exporters, with data acquisition facilitated through surveys, interviews, and focus group discussions. Respondent selection employed purposive sampling, while snowball sampling identified pertinent informants within the supply chain. Data analysis encompassed qualitative description and Likert-type scale perception analysis. The findings show that the BSC fishing industry on the North Coast of the Java Sea operates as small-scale fisheries (SSF), with unique vessel types, gear, and socioeconomic conditions crucial for livelihoods. Fishermen prioritize sustainability by using small vessels and traditional gear despite limited education. The BSC supply chain involves stakeholders offering high-value products, yet by-product utilization potential is untapped, requiring improved coordination and innovation. Challenges include export standards, market fluctuations, and product safety, addressed through regulatory support and collaboration. Government regulations, fishermen groups, and data traceability enhance market transparency and sustainability. Therefore, collective action and innovative approaches are vital for long-term economic prosperity and environmental stewardship in the BSC supply chain.

The main objective of this article is to provide a theoretical and conceptual framework encompassing concepts such as the supply chain, and supply chain performance. Furthermore, it aims to examine empirical research on the relationship between the perspectives of the Balanced Scorecard and supply chain performance. Finally, the article intends to present the findings and engage in discussions. To achieve this, a positivist epistemological approach was adopted, employing a quantitative methodology. A sample of 85 companies from the automotive industry in Morocco was selected for this study. After data collection, the structural equation method was employed using Smart PLS 3 software to test and confirm the hypotheses as well as the research model proposed. In conclusion, the results of this study highlight the positive impact of the four perspectives of the Balanced Scorecard on supply chain performance within automotive industry companies in the northern region of Morocco.

The objective of this study is to examine the direct and indirect impact of Supply Chain and Knowledge-Oriented Leadership on the Performance of Village Financial System Operators and its consequences for the Level of Village Welfare. This study employed quantitative methodologies, using Saturation sampling techniques, and obtained a sample of 131 respondents who were village financial information system operators, consisting of 131 villages in Pringsewu Regency, Lampung Province, Indonesia. The data obtained from the surveys was further analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling-Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS). The findings of the research and data analysis indicate that: Knowledge-Oriented Leadership has a direct and substantial impact on the Performance of Village Financial System Operators. It also has a direct and substantial impact on the Village Welfare Level. The performance of the Village Financial System Operator has a direct and substantial impact on the Village Welfare Level. Additionally, the Supply Chain has a direct and substantial impact on the Performance of Village Financial System Operators and the Village Welfare Level; The performance of the Village Financial System Operator is able to partially mediate Supply Chain and Knowledge-Oriented Leadership on the Level of Village Welfare in Pringsewu Regency, Lampung Province, Indonesia, because the independent variable is able to significantly influence both directly and indirectly the dependent variable.

The aim of this research is to analyze the influence of supply chain and digital marketing in increasing the acceleration of repositioning in the Millennial Generation and its implications for the sustainability of cooperatives in the city of Palangka Raya where the study was executed. The sample in this study was 250 respondents consisting of the millennial generation (born 1981-1996) and Generation Z (born 1997-2012), using the Stratified random sampling technique. Data collected through questionnaires was then analyzed using SEM-PLS. The findings of the research and data analysis indicate that: Supply Chain and Digital Marketing directly have a positive and significant effect on the Acceleration of Repositioning in the Millennial Generation in Palangka Raya City; Apart from that, Supply Chain, Digital Marketing and Accelerated Repositioning to the Millennial Generation directly have a positive and significant impact on the Sustainability of Cooperatives in the City of Palangka Raya; Accelerating Repositioning in the Millennial Generation was able to partially mediate Supply Chain and Digital Marketing towards Cooperative Sustainability in Palangka Raya City, Central Kalimantan Province, Indonesia. So, it can be concluded that to improve Cooperative Sustainability among the Millennial Generation in Indonesia, important factors that must be improved include Supply Chain, Digital Marketing, and Accelerated Repositioning.

In the rapidly evolving landscape of supply chain management, the advent of the metaverse presents a novel frontier with significant potential for enhancing operational effectiveness and excellence. This study aims to examine the effect of metaverse adoption on various dimensions of the supply chain, including resilience, agility, flexibility, and performance. Utilizing a quantitative research approach, the research analyzes survey data from a significant sample size of 737 organizations that have adopted metaverse technology into their supply chain operations. The employment of partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) offers a comprehensive understanding of the metaverse's role in enhancing the dynamism and efficiency of supply chains. This study contributes to the emerging field of digital transformation in supply chain management by providing empirical evidence on the effectiveness of metaverse technology. It bridges the gap in literature regarding the practical application of advanced digital solutions in enhancing supply chain operations and sets a foundation for future research in this area.

The prolonged duration of the Covid epidemic has contributed to the challenging situation faced by land-based Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), leading to difficulties in meeting tax obligations. This study aims to identify the factors causing low tax compliance among micro, small, and medium-sized businesses. Employing quantitative methods, the research relies on primary sources and specifically focuses on small and medium-sized companies in Sidoarjo Regency. Purposive sampling was employed, resulting in the inclusion of 164 micro, small, and medium-sized firms meeting the specified criteria. Data analysis was conducted using Structural Equation Modeling Partial Least Square. The study reveals that supply chain sustainability significantly and positively influences taxpayer compliance. Additionally, supply chain sustainability, quality of staff tax services, financial attitudes, and tax comprehension all demonstrate substantial and positive impacts on taxpayer compliance. Indirectly, Supply Chain Sustainability, Tax Employee Service Quality, Financial Attitude, and Tax Understanding exert a significant influence on Development Sustainability in Sidoarjo Regency, East Java Province, Indonesia, through Taxpayer Compliance as an intervening variable for MSMEs. This research contributes to the existing literature by confirming that taxpayer compliance is influenced by Supply Chain Sustainability, Tax Employee Service Quality, Financial Attitude, and Tax Understanding. Furthermore, the study validates the application of the theory of planned behavior in exploring the moderating effect of tax compliance between Supply Chain Sustainability, Tax Employee Service Quality, Financial Attitude, and Tax Understanding on development sustainability, particularly in the context of developing countries.