A Hierarchical Model of Interdependent Factors for Circular Supply Chain Implementation in the Footwear Sector
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 19235402 |
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| Authors | Huyen Thi Thanh Tran (0000-0001-6785-3735, College of Management, Yuan Ze University Taoyuan Taiwan, corresponding author), Thanh‐Sang Ngo (0000-0003-3194-8809, International Business and Trade Program, Ming Chuan University Taipei Taiwan) |
| Year | 2026 |
| Publication date | 2026-04-08 |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Sustainable Development (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 0968-0802 • E-ISSN: 1099-1719 |
| Publisher | Wiley (PUBLISHER • GB) |
| DOI | 10.1002/sd.71041 |
| OpenAlex | W7151920491 |
| Language | EN |
| References cited | 65 |
The footwear sector faces increasing environmental pressures from fast fashion, prompting firms to adopt circular supply chain management (CSCM) to maximize resource efficiency and minimize waste. However, CSCM remains difficult due to resource constraints and complex interdependencies among influencing factors. This study develops a hierarchical model to help footwear firms prioritize CSCM actions. Focusing on Rens Original, a Finnish startup, this study examines CSCM decision‐making under resource constraints. It applies a hybrid EFA–FSM–DEMATEL approach to handle linguistic uncertainty and visualize causal drivers. The findings reveal that synchronous business strategy transformation and enhanced operational efficiency are the most influential drivers, directly shaping product innovation and creation as well as leadership commitment. Results identify eco‐friendly packaging and zero‐waste processes as primary driving forces. The model provides a prioritization roadmap for firms deciding where to invest limited sustainability resources and contributes theoretical and managerial insights for the footwear industry while suggesting directions for future research across other sectors and regions
Hierarchical database model · Interdependence · Resource Efficiency · Supply chain · Supply chain management · Sustainability · Food Waste Reduction and Sustainability · Supply Chain Resilience and Risk Management · Sustainable Supply Chain Management
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