Understanding the role of Tier-I suppliers in enabling sustainable practices across multi-tier supply chains

Manish Shukla, Seow Li Khor, Steven Lockey

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Abstract

This study aims to identify the conditions in which Tier-I suppliers will implement lead firms’ sustainability requirements across multi-tier supply chains. It aims to build on existing literature by examining the role of Tier-I supplier from agency and institutional theory perspectives. In addition, it also identifies whether selective disclosure can exist when Tier-I suppliers couple with their double agency role. Taking a case study approach, we focus on agri-food commodities such as soybeans, palm oil and cocoa which have strong sustainability implications. Data were collected from several sources and case analyses were conducted. Results are encouraging for managers and policymakers.
Original languageEnglish
Publication statusPublished - 4 Sept 2018
EventBAM2018 Conference - British Academy of Management
: Driving Productivity in Uncertain and Challenging Times
- Bristol Business School - University of the West of England, UK, Bristol, United Kingdom
Duration: 4 Sept 20186 Sept 2018
https://www.bam.ac.uk/civicrm/event/info?id=3337

Conference

ConferenceBAM2018 Conference - British Academy of Management
Abbreviated titleBAM 2018
Country/TerritoryUnited Kingdom
CityBristol
Period4/09/186/09/18
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Keywords

  • Sustainability
  • Supply Chain
  • Agency Theory
  • Institutional Theory

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