Green Supply Chain Management Practices in DHL, Amazon, and UPS
Masih, Amir (2024)
2024
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https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-2024051311198
https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-2024051311198
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Green supply chain management (GSCM) practices have become increasingly important for companies to reduce their environmental impact while also improving their operational efficiency. The aim of this study is to focus on the GSCM practices of three major logistics companies: DHL, Amazon, and UPS.
This is a qualitative research method accompanied by desktop research. Firstly, the primary data has been collected through a questionnaire that is used to describe the green supply chain management practices in the selected companies. The secondary data has been collected through the SWOT analysis of the selected organizations to acquire knowledge of the theoretical background of green supply chain management and GSCM practices of DHL, Amazon, and UPS.
The findings of this research show DHL, Amazon, and UPS have all implemented various GSCM practices to reduce their environmental impact and promote sustainability throughout their supply chains. By utilizing alternative fuel vehicles, optimizing delivery routes, and incorporating sustainable packaging practices, these companies are demonstrating their commitment to reducing their carbon footprint and creating a more sustainable future.
The conclusion of the study presents the examination of the current practices of DHL, Amazon, and UPS in terms of green supply chain practices. According to the SWOT analysis, threats and difficulties can be reduced by using this thesis' knowledge. This will be helpful for the company to secure a long-term future.
This is a qualitative research method accompanied by desktop research. Firstly, the primary data has been collected through a questionnaire that is used to describe the green supply chain management practices in the selected companies. The secondary data has been collected through the SWOT analysis of the selected organizations to acquire knowledge of the theoretical background of green supply chain management and GSCM practices of DHL, Amazon, and UPS.
The findings of this research show DHL, Amazon, and UPS have all implemented various GSCM practices to reduce their environmental impact and promote sustainability throughout their supply chains. By utilizing alternative fuel vehicles, optimizing delivery routes, and incorporating sustainable packaging practices, these companies are demonstrating their commitment to reducing their carbon footprint and creating a more sustainable future.
The conclusion of the study presents the examination of the current practices of DHL, Amazon, and UPS in terms of green supply chain practices. According to the SWOT analysis, threats and difficulties can be reduced by using this thesis' knowledge. This will be helpful for the company to secure a long-term future.