AN OVERVIEW OF THE FACTORS INFLUENCING THE FLEXIBILITY OF THE SUPPLY CHAIN IN MANUFACTURING ENTERPRISES

Authors

  • Nguyen Thanh Thuy VNU University of Economics and Business, Vietnam National University, Hanoi, 144 Xuan Thuy Road, Hanoi 100000, Vietnam Thang Long University, Nghiem Xuan Yem road, Hoang Mai district, Hanoi

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.51594/ijmer.v5i9.549

Abstract

The flexibility of the supply chain plays a crucial role in enabling enterprises to respond promptly to market fluctuations, providing a competitive advantage over rivals. The objective of this study is to elucidate the essence of supply chain flexibility. The research also conducts an overview of the factors influencing supply chain flexibility in manufacturing enterprises. Six groups of factors that commonly affect supply chain flexibility are mentioned, including: commitment of top leadership, supply chain strategy, IT system information sharing capability, supplier relationships, flexible staff, and production/logistics machinery and infrastructure. Based on the overview results, several conclusions and discussions are presented.

Keywords: Supply Chain Flexibility, Manufacturing Enterprises, Influencing Factors.

Published

2023-09-10

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Articles