THE IMPACT OF ENVIRONMENTAL, ECONOMIC AND OPERATIONAL PERFORMANCE ON ORGANIZATIONAL PERFORMANCE OF LARGE SCALE MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY IN KARACHI

Abstract

Purpose The aim is to contribute significantly to the first wave of empirical investigations related to the impact of green supply chain management (GSCM) practices on performance. The paper also aims to theorize and empirically assess a comprehensive GSCM practices and performance model. The model incoiporates green supply chain practices that link manufacturers with supply chain partners (both suppliers and customers) to support environmental sustainability throughout the supply chain. Methodology & Design Manufacturing managers were analyzed using a structural equation modeling manufacturing managers provide data reflecting the degree to which their organizations work with suppliers and customers to improve environmental sustainability of the supply chain. Findings Generally, the adoption of GSCM practices by manufacturing organizations leads to improved environmental performance and economic performance, which, in aim, positively impact operational performance. Operational performance enhances organizational performance.