Purpose – This paper aims to identify problems caused by cultural differences between Japan and China that face supply chain managers by applying Japanese-style supply management practices within supply networks in China ...

It is well known that China has become the world’s manufacturing centre in the past two decades. More and more Western firms outsource their products, semi-finished products, materials and services to China. In this ...

Purpose This review aims to comprehensively analyze the Short Food Supply Chain (SFSC) model, which connects local food producers directly with consumers. By exploring participation factors, sustainable practices, challenges, ...