Theoretical perspectives in reverse logistics research

IF 7.2 3区管理学 Q1 MANAGEMENT

International Journal of Logistics Management Pub Date : 2024-07-05 DOI:10.1108/ijlm-08-2023-0349

Raphael Aryee

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Abstract

Purpose

Theory is an essential prerequisite in the development and maturation of any scholarly discipline. This study offers insight into theory development in reverse logistics (RL) studies, provides a synopsis of the theories employed in RL studies, and presents a comprehensive framework for choosing and applying theories in RL studies.

Design/methodology/approach

Using the systematic literature review approach, 265 various RL articles were analysed to discover the trend in using theories in RL studies and classify the individual theories employed. The analysis of the theoretical classification is presented to explain the type and frequency of the usage of theories.

Findings

The analysis discovered 52 specific theories from the sample. These theories were categorised under various categories: competitive, inventory, economic, decision, etc. The institutional, stakeholder, transaction cost economies, resource-based view, natural resource-based view, dynamic capability, agency and theory of planned behaviour were some of the key theories discovered. Finally, a comprehensive framework is provided to aid researchers in choosing and utilising theories.

Research limitations/implications

This study gives authors, reviewers and editors perspectives on utilising theories in RL studies. It will give them the impetus to develop theories in RL and limit the borrowing or extension of theories from other disciplines to RL studies.

Originality/value

To the best of the researcher's knowledge, this is the first attempt to comprehensively provide an anatomical perspective into theory usage in RL studies. Besides, this study's proposed framework for selecting and using theories is a novelty in the domain of RL.

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逆向物流研究的理论视角

目的理论是任何学术学科发展和成熟的必要前提。本研究深入探讨了逆向物流（RL）研究中的理论发展，概述了逆向物流研究中使用的理论，并提出了在逆向物流研究中选择和应用理论的综合框架。设计/方法/途径采用系统的文献综述方法，分析了 265 篇不同的逆向物流文章，以发现在逆向物流研究中使用理论的趋势，并对使用的各个理论进行分类。分析结果从样本中发现了 52 个具体理论。这些理论分为竞争、库存、经济、决策等不同类别。机构、利益相关者、交易成本经济、基于资源的观点、基于自然资源的观点、动态能力、代理和计划行为理论是发现的一些关键理论。最后，本研究提供了一个综合框架，以帮助研究人员选择和使用理论。原创性/价值据研究人员所知，这是首次尝试从解剖学的视角全面审视 RL 研究中的理论使用。此外，本研究提出的选择和使用理论的框架在 RL 领域也是一个创新。

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International Journal of Logistics Management MANAGEMENT-

CiteScore

12.20

自引率

12.00%

发文量

期刊介绍： The International Journal of Logistics Management (IJLM) is a scholarly publication that focuses on empirical research, with a particular emphasis on qualitative studies. The journal is committed to publishing articles that contribute original ideas to the field of logistics and supply chain management, which are presented in a clear and scientifically rigorous manner. All submissions undergo a rigorous, anonymous peer review process to ensure the quality and relevance of the research. IJLM serves as a platform for the development and examination of management theories and practices in logistics and supply chain management. The journal aims to bridge the gap between academic research and practical application, providing a forum for researchers, practitioners, and educators to share insights and knowledge.