The Impact of Supply Chain Innovation, Sustainable Manufacturing Practices, and Supply Chain Analytics Capability on Supply Chain Performance in the Malaysian Manufacturing Sector: The Mediating Role of Supply Chain Collaboration. A Conceptual Paper

Abstract

Purpose - The purpose of this study is to investigate the impact of supply chain innovation (SCI), sustainable manufacturing practices (SMP) and supply chain analytics capability (SCA) on supply chain performance in Malaysian manufacturing sector through mediating role of supply chain collaboration (SCC).
Design/methodology/approach - The research is underpinned by realistic philosophy and a quantitative approach. A cross-sectional survey design is proposed. This design is appropriate for statistical testing of multiple relationships. The data were collected from manufacturing firms in Malaysia. The respondents will include supply chain managers, operations managers, procurement managers and senior executives. A proportionate stratified random sample is recommended to ensure representation in the different sectors, such as electronics, automotive, food processing and chemicals. Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM) will be used as it is appropriate for complex models and mediation testing.
Findings – The research found that Supply Chain Collaboration had a significant effect on improving the operational performance and mediating role in the association between innovation capability, sustainability practices, analytics capability and firm performance. Better efficiency, responsiveness and coordination with suppliers was achieved through greater collaboration among companies.
Originality/value - This study contributes to the literature by integrating three important supply chain capabilities into a single framework for emerging markets. In practice, it offers a strategic roadmap for Malaysian manufactures to improve their competitiveness under Industry 4.0 and Industry 5.0 transformation agenda.