How Mobility through digitalization in supply chain are changing the dynamics of business

• Main Author: Tariq, Ammad
• Format: Others
• Language: English
• Published: Linnéuniversitetet, Ekonomihögskolan, ELNU 2021
• Subjects: Textile industry; Supply Chain; Digitalization; Mobility; Inbound Logistics; Outbound Logistics; Social Sciences; Samhällsvetenskap
• Online Access: http://urn.kb.se/resolve?urn=urn:nbn:se:lnu:diva-108367

Abstract Purpose The primary and initial aim of the research paper is to highlight the automation and digitalization in the supply chain management of textile industry. The context compared traditional and digitalized supply chain in the textile industry for digitalization. Research (Methodology/Design) The researcher adopted a qualitative approach to conduct the research on the provided topic of supply chain management. The findings and results of the research are provided based on the structured interviews conducted by the researchers. The evidence-based results will be used for porbing out the basic problems and future recommendations. Findings The finding of the research stated that a variety of challenges was being faced by the textile industry in achieving the supply chain goals and objectives utilizing traditional methods of processing. Based on the reviews presented by interview participants, the traditional model implemented in the textile industry was not strong enough and the industry faces issues and challenges. The modern models, techniques, and methods are presented in order to tackle the issues being faced by the textile industry. The research paper argues that the implementation of modern and innovative textile technology should be ensured to speed up the SCM mechanism. Value/worth The study reflected and presented useful and deep insight regarding the comparison of traditional and modern supply chain management. The digitalization that occurred in the textile industry is also highlighted in the research paper. The research also proposed a modern model and technique of supply chain that can be implemented in the textile supply chain in order to enhance the overall supply chain process. Keywords – Textile industry, Supply Chain, Digitalization, Mobility, Inbound Logistics, Outbound Logistics