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Driving sustainability in agrochemical supply chains: a case study on supplier selection using sustainability criteria
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This research addresses the challenge of integrating sustainability criteria into
supplier selection processes within the agrochemical sector, a critical industry for
agricultural productivity and food security. Ineffective supplier selection can lead to
operational disruptions that adversely affect these vital areas. The study identifies a gap
in the literature regarding models that effectively incorporate environmental, social, and
economic factors in supplier selection for this specific sector. To fill this gap, a
multicriteria decision-making tool based on the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) was
developed. The methodology involved a systematic identification of key sustainabilityrelated criteria through expert consultations and literature review, followed by the
integration of these criteria into the AHP model for comprehensive supplier evaluation.
The results demonstrate that the model successfully incorporates sustainability
considerations, allowing decision-makers to systematically compare suppliers across
multiple dimensions. The case study further validated the model's practical applicability,
illustrating that integrating sustainability can create tangible value, enhance compliance,
and improve transparency in supplier selection, resulting in a more resilient supply chain.
This research aims to contribute to the limited literature on supplier selection in the
agrochemical sector by presenting a tool that considers the perspectives of multiple
stakeholders involved in the selection process, and accounting for the uncertainty and
ambiguity inherent in expert opinions. Additionally, the findings contribute to the existing
literature by highlighting the necessity for a holistic approach that balances economic
viability with sustainability considerations.
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Supplier selection Sustainability Agrochemical industry Multicriteria decision-making tool Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP)
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Citação
Gonçalves, Bárbara Fernandes Silva (2024). “Driving sustainability in agrochemical supply chains: a case study on supplier selection using sustainability criteria”. Dissertação de Mestrado. Universidade de Lisboa. Instituto Superior de Economia e Gestão
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Instituto Superior de Economia e Gestão