Composite practices to improve sustainability: A framework and evidence from Chinese auto-parts company

Z. Wang, Nachiappan Subramanian, Muhammad Abdulrahman, C. Liu

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Abstract

Sustainable development is increasingly becoming the main objective to organisations. Companies within Chinese manufacturing industries are eager to adopt sustainable strategy through lean, green, and socially responsible practices. This research was carried out to study the effectiveness of various practices that improve the sustainability performance and embraces economic, environmental, and social dimensions. An explanatory case study was conducted in two local Chinese auto-parts companies. Based on literature review and the case study, a framework combining sustainability practices and measures was proposed. Finally, unpopular practices that are effective were identified as significant practice and recommended for business operations.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationIEEE International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management
PublisherIEEE Computer Society
Pages1047-1051
Number of pages5
ISBN (Electronic)9781479909865
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 18 Nov 2014
Event2013 IEEE International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management, IEEM 2013 - Bangkok, Thailand
Duration: 10 Dec 201313 Dec 2013

Publication series

NameIEEE International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management
ISSN (Print)2157-3611
ISSN (Electronic)2157-362X

Conference

Conference2013 IEEE International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management, IEEM 2013
Country/TerritoryThailand
CityBangkok
Period10/12/1313/12/13

Keywords

  • Effectiveness
  • green
  • improve
  • lean
  • measures
  • practices
  • social
  • sustainability

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Business, Management and Accounting (miscellaneous)
  • Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering
  • Safety, Risk, Reliability and Quality

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