· Assess the conceptualization, analysis, and synthesis of key research concepts presented.
· Evaluate whether the presentation provides a cohesive summary of the assigned concepts with an effective evaluation of their implications for global supply chain management research, as well as for business practices and social change initiatives.
· Assess whether the presenter made a meaningful academic argument or interpretation that demonstrated fluency with the material.
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Corporate social responsibility improves work conditions, reduces labor concerns, and improves inclusion and diversity (Gruchmann & Seuring, 2018; Hickle, 2017; Kim et al., 2018; Marshall et al., 2019; Yawar & Seuring, 2017). Understanding the benefits and implications of corporate social responsibility in necessary to improve first-tier and second-tier behaviors that impact business functionality and efficiency. The authors identified a gap in the literature surrounding the pressure from stakeholders and large corporations to first-tier and second-tier vendors to ensure standards are maintained, when often varying cultures and financial limitations hinder the ability of smaller businesses to comply.
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Gruchmann, T., & Seuring, S. (2018). Explaining logistics social responsibility from a dynamic capabilities perspective. International Journal of Logistics Management, 29(4), 1255–1278. https://doi:10.1108/IJLM-08-2017-0200
Gruchmann and Seuring (2018) studied the correlation of logistics social responsibility to the dynamic capabilities theory to understand the implications of logistics social responsibility practices by logistics providers. The authors utilized a literature review to build upon the dynamic capabilities theory, which focused on the implications of other organizations adapting behaviors and standards of larger corporations (Gruchmann & Seuring, 2018). Gruchmann and Seuring (2018) noted a correlation between the dynamic capabilities theory and the establishment of a competitive advantage, while identifing a demand for increased logistical capabilities to improve practices, which can generate a long-term sustainable advantage through supply chain-reconceptualization.
Limitations of this study are the key words utilized to pull the literature and the need for more studies to be conducted on the application of logistics social responsibility. Future studies should focus on industry specific logistics to improve strategies within each industry and region. Implications of this study will provide a foundation for future studies to enhance logistics social responsibility within industries to generate a sustainable advantage.
Hickle, G. (2017). Extending the boundaries: An assessment of the integration of extended producer responsibility within corporate social responsibility. Business Strategy and the Environment, 26(1), 112–124. https://doi:10.1002/bse.1908
Hickle (2017) studied the impact laws and regulations on environmental policy have on corporate social responsibility. The author studied 121 firms to understand implemented processes of corporate social responsibility under extended producer responsibility directives. Hickle (2017) noted the need to align corporate social responsibility with extended producer directives through approaches which obtain global directives and promote organizational growth and alignment.
The limitations of the research are the organizations studied and the global regions referenced. Future studies should understand the hinderances to the adaptation of corporate social responsibility within supply chain management and utilize scientific studies to back their analysis. Implications of this study will enable future studies to understand the gaps in corporate social responsibility in alignment with extended producer responsibility directives.
Kim, S., Colicchia, C., & Menachof, D. (2018). Ethical sourcing: An analysis of the literature and implications for future research. Journal of Business Ethics, 152(4), 1033–1052. https://doi:10.1007/s10551-016-3266-8
Kim et al. (2018) reviewed the development and evolution of ethical sourcing through a literature review and network analysis on future implications of research. The authors identified ethical sourcing trends and important studies, which have influenced ethical sourcing, implications of studies, and the path forward in ethical sourcing through the analysis of 155 peer reviewed articles. Kim et al. (2018) utilized cluster analysis to identify correlations between the studies. The authors noted a growth in awareness in ethical sourcing over the past two decades and identified growing awareness consumers have on organizational practices that improve the need for ethical sourcing.
Limitations of the study are the need for scientific studies and the need to streamline ethical sourcing literature. Future studies should conduct quantitative or qualitative studies on the impact large organizations have on ethical sourcing to provide understanding and scientific data on the concept. Implications of this study will help provide a foundation for future studies on ethical sourcing.
Marshall, D., McCarthy, L., Claudy, M., & McGrath, P. (2019). Piggy in the middle: How direct customer power affects first-tier suppliers’ adoption of socially responsible procurement practices and performance. Journal of Business Ethics, 154(4), 1081–1102. https://doi:10.1007/s10551-016-3387-0
Marshall et al. (2019) conducted a quantitative study on the utilization of power on first-tier suppliers to implement corporate social responsibility standards and practices. The authors focused on the effectiveness of mediated and non-mediated power, through 156 telephone surveys of Irish organizations. Marshall et al. (2019) noted an increased improvement in corporate social responsibility initiatives through non-mediated power. Additionally, the authors noted ethical implications for globalized organizations, as an underlying moral duty, which helps bring to the forefront social issues and ensure they are eradicated throughout the supply chain.
The limitations of the study are the limited regional organizations in Ireland studied and the cross-sectional study, which was conducted during one period. Future studies should be conducted over a period and reviewed, while also conducted in other regions around the globe to understand the cultural differences that impact supply chain relationships. Implications of this study can help sustainable supply chain development through understanding of behaviors, which impact business and relationships.
Yawar, S. A., & Seuring, S. (2017). Management of social issues in supply chains: A literature review exploring social issues, actions and performance outcomes. Journal of Business Ethics, 141(3), 621–643. https://doi:10.1007/s10551-015-2719-9
Yawar and Seuring (2017) conducted a literature review on social issues within supply chains and prominent actions taken by leadership to improve corporate social responsibility. The authors studied 142 peer reviewed articles to understand the prominence of various social issues, such as: labor conditions, health and safety, human rights, child labor, gender, inclusion, and minority developments. Yawar and Seuring (2017) noted 63% of organizations, noted within the articles, changed codes of conduct and standards, while 44% of initiatives focused on direct supplier development. The authors noted the benefit of supply chain strategies to improve economic performance, social performance, buyer performance, and supplier performance (Yawar & Seuring, 2017).
Limitations of this study are the key words utilized to pull the research and the exhaustive reading that can impact perception and generate bias. Future studies should utilize the information provided to study each impacted performance at a more granular level through scientific analysis. Implications of this study help understand the impact measures and strategies are having on corporate social responsibility.
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