Integrating Sustainability into Manufacturing Supply Chains: E-Commerce Adoption and Challenges in Developing Countries

DOI

10.2991/978-2-38476-470-9_2How to use a DOI?

Keywords

Sustainability Practices; E-Commerce Integration; Supply Chain Management; Developing Countries; Green Supply Chain Management; Digital Transformation; Manufacturing Firms; Circular Economy; Operational Efficiency; Supply Chain Challenges

Abstract

This study explores how manufacturing firms in developing countries integrate sustainability practices within their supply chains through the adoption of e-commerce platforms. Using two case studies of manufacturing firms in the textile and electronics sectors, this research investigates the motivations, challenges, and strategies involved in the adoption process. Findings indicate that firms are motivated by market differentiation, cost reductions, and the need for environmental compliance. However, they face significant challenges such as limited access to sustainable technologies, financial constraints, and a lack of digital skills within the workforce. To overcome these challenges, firms employ strategies such as external collaboration, staff training, and data-driven decision-making. The study highlights the positive impacts of e-commerce integration on sustainability outcomes, including enhanced operational efficiency, increased market competitiveness, and improved environmental performance. The findings offer valuable insights into the barriers and opportunities for manufacturing firms in developing countries to adopt sustainable practices in their supply chains and provide practical recommendations for overcoming these challenges.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Hieu Vo Minh
AU  - Ngoc Truong Thi Hue
PY  - 2025
DA  - 2025/10/16
TI  - Integrating Sustainability into Manufacturing Supply Chains: E-Commerce Adoption and Challenges in Developing Countries
BT  - Proceedings of the International Conference on Contemporary Studies in Social Sciences (ICSSSS 2025)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 4
EP  - 18
SN  - 2352-5398
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-470-9_2
DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-470-9_2
ID  - Minh2025
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