Coordination of efforts in disaster relief supply chains: The moderating role of resource scarcity and redundancy
Journal article, 2018
paper, we empirically examine the impact of key theoretical modes of coordination, i.e. resource
sharing, standardization of operations, and synchronization in disaster relief supply chains, on
the performance of the humanitarian organizations. Survey data is collected from 101
humanitarian organizations in the emerging countries within Southeast Asia. Data is used to test
a conceptually developed model, using structural equation modeling- partial least square (SEMPLS)
approach. The results reveal the significant impact of resource sharing and standardization
on performance outcomes in terms of resources used, responsiveness, and flexibility, while
resource sharing is highly weakened by resource scarcity and redundancy. The managerial
implication and recommendations are concluded for the further research.
disaster relief supply chain
standardization of operations
Resource sharing
postponement
coordination
performance
Author
Amin Maghsoudi
College of Engineering
Suhaiza Zailani
University of Malaya
T. Ramayah
University of Science, Malaysia
Ala Pazirandeh Arvidsson
Chalmers, Technology Management and Economics, Supply and Operations Management
International Journal of Logistics Research and Applications
1367-5567 (ISSN) 1469-848X (eISSN)
Vol. 21 4 407-430Subject Categories
Other Mechanical Engineering
Transport Systems and Logistics
Business Administration
Driving Forces
Sustainable development
Areas of Advance
Transport
DOI
10.1080/13675567.2018.1437894