Exploring the role of external pressure, environmental sustainability commitment, engagement, alliance and circular supply chain capability in circular economy performance
International Journal of Physical Distribution & Logistics Management
ISSN: 0960-0035
Article publication date: 14 July 2022
Issue publication date: 5 August 2022
Abstract
Purpose
This study explores the role of external pressure, engagement capability (ENC), alliance capability (ACA), environmental sustainability commitment (ESC), and circular supply chain capability in circular economy performance.
Design/methodology/approach
Through a cross-sectional survey and data collected from 124 small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Ghana, this study employs partial least square structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM) to test the proposed model.
Findings
The findings reveal the following; first, external pressure has a significant impact on ESC. Second, ESC positively impacts ACA, ENC and circular supply chain capability. Third, ACA and ENC mediate the relationship between ESC and circular supply chain capability. Finally, circular supply chain capability has a significant impact on circular economy performance.
Originality/value
The originality of this study lies in testing a novel model that confirms that SMEs respond to external pressure by enhancing ESC as well as develop engagement and alliance capabilities to improve circular supply chain capability to achieve circular economy performance goals.
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Acknowledgements
The authors would like to thank the Editor In Chief, the handling Associate Editor and the anonymous reviewers for their significant contribution to the quality of this paper.
Citation
Agyabeng-Mensah, Y., Afum, E., Baah, C. and Essel, D. (2022), "Exploring the role of external pressure, environmental sustainability commitment, engagement, alliance and circular supply chain capability in circular economy performance", International Journal of Physical Distribution & Logistics Management, Vol. 52 No. 5/6, pp. 431-455. https://doi.org/10.1108/IJPDLM-12-2021-0514
Publisher
:Emerald Publishing Limited
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