Browsing by Author "Baral, Manish Mohan"

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Citation - Scopus: 37
Analysis of factors impacting survivability of sustainable supply chain during COVID-19 pandemic: an empirical study in the context of SMEs
(EMERALD GROUP PUBLISHING LTD, 2023) Manish Mohan Baral; Rajesh Kumar Singh; Yigit Kazancoglu; Baral, Manish Mohan; Kazançoğlu, Yiğit; Singh, Rajesh Kumar
Purpose Nowadays many firms are finding ways to enhance the survivability of sustainable supply chains (SUSSCs). The present study aims to develop a model for the SUSSCs of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) during the COVID-19 pandemic. Design/methodology/approach With the help of exhaustive literature review constructs and items are identified to collect the responses from different SMEs. A total of 278 complete responses are received and 6 hypotheses are developed. Hypotheses testing have been done using structural equation modeling (SEM). Findings Major constructs identified for the study are supply chain (SC) performance measurement under uncertainty (SPMU) supply chain cooperation (SCCO) supply chain positioning (SCP) supply chain administration (SCA) supply chain feasibility (SCF) and the SUSSCs. From statistical analysis of the data collected it can be concluded that the considered latent variables contribute significantly towardsthe model fit. Research limitations/implications The present study contributes to the existing literature on disruptions and survivability. The study can be further carried out in context to different countries and sectors to generalize the findings. Practical implications The research findings will be fruitful for SMEs and other organizations in developing strategies to improve survivability during uncertain business environments. Originality/value The study has developed a model that shows that the identified latent variables and their indicators contribute significantly toward the dependent variable i.e. survivability. It contributes significantly in bridging the research gaps existing in context to the survivability of SMEs.
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Exploring antecedents for the circular economy capability of micro small and medium enterprises: An empirical study
(John Wiley and Sons Ltd, 2023) Manish Mohan Baral; Subhodeep Mukherjee; Rajesh Kumar P. Singh; Venkataiah Chittipaka; Yigit Kazancoglu; Baral, Manish Mohan; Mukherjee, Subhodeep; Singh, Rajesh Kr; Kazancoglu, Yigit; Chittipaka, Venkataiah
Micro small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) play an important role in the economies of developing countries. The circular economy (CE) is considered a long-term initiative for protecting the environment by reducing waste and greenhouse gas emissions recycling and ending planned obsolescence. This research aims to explore antecedents for the CE capability in the context of the Indian MSMEs. The current study used the extended theory of planned behaviour and institutional theory to measure CE capabilities. Seven hypotheses are developed in this study. The survey-based research is carried out with 296 responses from the MSMEs of different sectors in India. Hypothesis testing is done using the structural equation modelling approach. Major constructs identified for this study are green economic incentives (GEIs) social pressure (SP) and attitude. These constructs have a significant association with the CE capability of MSMEs. Environmental commitment (EC) and sustainable supply chain design (SSCD) act as mediators. Insights from this study will help the top management of MSMEs to understand antecedents for CE capability. The findings show that SP and GEIs are positively associated with EC and SSCD. It is found that EC and SSCD play a complimentary mediation role. The research findings will provide a solid foundation for understanding the importance of CE capability in MSMEs and developing strategic plans to facilitate implementing CE in these small sized firms. © 2024 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.