ANALYTIC NETWORK PROCESS APPROACH FOR EVALUATING SUSTAINABLE SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

Abstract

Abstract Purpose– The aim of this study is to list the effective factors in improving sustainable supply chain management performance and to determine the most appropriate alternative activity. Design/methodology/approach – The data used in the study were obtained through face-to-face interviews with business managers working in construction industry and a literature review. With the ANP method, which is one of the multi-criteria decision making methods, the factors affecting supply chain management were prioritized and alternatives were evaluated. Fifteen sub-criteria and five alternatives were identified. Findings – Proposal of decision support model is presented for a sustainable supply chain management with ANP . The result of the study shows the main driving powers for achieving sustainable supply chains for both environmental, economic and social are environmental quality management, strategic management, sharing information, technology efficiency and voice of customers. Originality – With the increasing negative effects of industrialization, global and multinational companies are giving more importance to sustainable supply chain management. Companies must develop viable and integrated supply chain management to maintain customer satisfaction and develop an efficient operational and financial result. Members in supply chain management need to be in constant interaction. Otherwise, various problems such as customer dissatisfaction, distribution costs, and excess stock are encountered. Problems can be solved with effective supply chain management. With this study, it is hoped that sustainable supply chain management, whose importance is increasing day by day, will contribute to the sector and the literature with the construction sector application.