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Chun Guan, Eric Chua and Teoh, Bak Aun and Chien Wei, Gabriel Gim and Jing, Foo Yee (2026) Greening the supply chain: unveiling its impact on operational performance in Malaysian SMEs. Issues and Perspectives in Business and Social Sciences, 6 (1). pp. 125-144. ISSN 2785-9266

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Abstract

There is a growing focusonintegratinggreen supply chain management (GSCM)to improveenvironmental impact andoperational performance. This study examines the effect ofthe adoption of GSCMon the operational performance of SMEs in Malaysia. A survey methodology using a five-point Likert scale questionnaire was employed to collectdata from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). In this study, the questionnaire assessed the adoption and perceived effectiveness of GSCM, including green procurement, warehousing andgreen building, distribution strategies andtransportation execution, and internal environmental management, as well as their influence on operational performance. Of the 170 distributed questionnaires, 127 valid responses were collected and analyzed. Theresearch findingsoffer valuable insights for SMEs aiming to enhance their environmental and operational outcomes through sustainable practices. This study provides originality by focusing on the adoption and impact ofGSCM practices among SMEs in Malaysia. This contexthas been underexplored in existing literature. While much research has concentrated on large corporations, this study uniquely examines SMEs and their operational performance in terms ofGSCM adoption in an emerging country context. Thus, this study provides empirical insights into the effectiveness of specific GSCM practices, contributing valuable insights to academia and industry.

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	SME, Operational performance, Green supply chain, Green purchasing, Warehousing Sustainability
Subjects:	H Social Sciences > HD Industries. Land use. Labor > HD28-70 Management. Industrial Management > HD62.2-62.8 Management of special enterprises
Divisions:	Others
Depositing User:	Ms Suzilawati Abu Samah
Date Deposited:	08 Jul 2026 04:16
Last Modified:	08 Jul 2026 04:16
URII:	http://shdl.mmu.edu.my/id/eprint/16227

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