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    Does agility foster sustainability: development of a framework from a supply chain perspective
    (2014) Perera, H. S. C; Soosay, C; Sandhu, s
    Supply chains need to possess agile and sustainable characteristics to achieve competitive advantage. Currently there is very little knowledge about how these two approaches interact within a supply chain. Drawing on the dynamic capability perspective, social capital theory and the related literature, this paper develops a conceptual framework depicting how agility and sustainability are related in manufacturing supply chains. We argue that agility as a dynamic capability strengthens the social capital of firms and enables social, environmental and economic sustainability within the supply chain. The paper concludes with describing the methodological approach and empirical analysis to be undertaken, as well as explaining the theoretical and practical implications of the proposed study.
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    Investigating the strategies for supply chain agility and competitiveness
    (2019-06-27) Perera, S; Soosay, C; Sandhu, S
    Research aims: This study explores the strategies that enable firms to establish supply chain agility and competitiveness in Australian manufacturing firms. Design/Methodology/Approach: Using a case study approach, interviews are conducted with eight Australian manufacturing firms. Underpinned by the dynamic capability perspective, data are then thematically analysed to derive the findings. Research findings: Agility strategies are based on collaborative efforts, requiring information sharing among firms in the supply chain and diversifying core competencies in a strategic manner to remain competitive. Theoretical contribution/Originality: This study shows how dynamic capabilities foster competitive advantage. It identifies both the strategic and operational agility which enable firms to respond to market changes and to remain competitive. Practitioner/Policy implication: The manufacturing industry in Australia is undergoing a transition where Australian manufacturers need to transform and be more agile by leveraging their competencies and supply chains collectively. Research limitation/implications: The results are based on a crosssectional study of firms identified from the Australian manufacturing industry.