3rd International Conference on Sustainable and Digital Business [ICSDB] 2024
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Publication Open Access Impact of Green Supply Chain Practices on Sustainability in Sri Lankan Tea Export Sector: A Systematic Literature Review(ICSDB 2024 and SLIIT Business School, 2024-12-10) Medani, K.; Karunathilaka, N.; Thathsarani, H.; Liyanage, P.; Karunarathna, N.; Aluthwala, C.GSCM is one of the most crucial strategies that incorporate sustainability into operational and production practices. Based on this premise, the given systematic literature review examines how the key GSCM practices influence sustainability in Sri Lanka's tea export sector. This review identifies synthesized findings from various studies that the adoption of GSCM has led to a significant improvement in economic sustainability through a reduction in operational costs of up to 20%-and enhancing the ability of market competitiveness. In this regard, environmental concerns contribute by reducing resource consumption by up to 30% as waste is generated, promoting sustainable production processes. Socially, GSCM advances good labor practices and strengthens community involvement in the pursuit of better working conditions, improving relationships between the producers and local communities. With all these advantages, however, GSCM in the Sri Lankan tea export sector faces fluctuating global market prices, effects of climate change, and persistent labor shortages. These challenges are indicative that strategic interventions of the government to support and collaborate in the industry do become urgent to enhance sustainability. This review also points out one important limitation in relying on secondary sources of data and emphasizes that there is a dire need for empirical research to enhance the evidence base to provide actionable insights for policymakers and stakeholders. In sum, this literature review underlined that GSCM played a vital role in the advancement of sustainability within the tea export sector and in providing a competing position of the industry in a global market for long-term viability in sustainabilityPublication Open Access Investigation of the Carbon Offsetting Targets Towards Sustainability: A Focus on 3PL Companies(ICSDB 2024 and SLIIT Business School, 2024-12-10) Erandika, T.; Pallawala, T.; Wijesinghe, A.; Perera, D.; Karunarathna, N.; Kalansuriya, N.This study examines the carbon emission reduction goals of third-party logistics (3PL) firms for sustainable activities, assessing their effectiveness and impact on sustainability. It explores the goals and methods used by these companies, their implementation challenges, and the potential effects on sustainability outcomes like reduced emissions, improved operational efficiency, and increased stakeholder participation. This aims to understand how 3PL companies reduce their carbon footprints and identify opportunities. This study examines the leading 3PL providers in the global content market using a comprehensive analysis of literature articles. The effect of carbon footprints on efficiency in third-party logistics companies is examined in the present research. With an emphasis on carbon mitigation, the effects of carbon footprints on organisations, and the tactics 3PL entities employ to lower their carbon footprints, it included 76 research publications during 2019–2024. The study examines supply chain management, sustainability, and emission reduction using the theories of carbon management, stakeholders, and the environment. The outcomes demonstrate how well the retention of carbon techniques works to raise industrial sustainability standards. This study evaluates the interest and difficulties experienced by 3PL companies by comparing the results with those of other countries. Consequently, the goal of the research is to raise the general understanding of environmental issues and accomplish long-term sustainability objectives in the transportation industry, as a finding of this research, Direct, indirect, and fugitive carbon footprints have considerable impacts on the environment and economy. Compared to individuals, businesses are more responsible for global warming, which damages infrastructure, disrupts supply chains, and lowers productivity. 3PL companies can employ carbon mitigation strategies, such as waste reduction, renewable energy investments, and environmentally friendly transportation while interacting with stakeholders and governments to minimise the negative environmental effects. Likewise,20% of the world's greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions come from the transportation sector, which includes 3PL companies.Publication Open Access Factors Affecting Women Employment in Information Technology Industry: A Study in Global Context(ICSDB 2024 and SLIIT Business School, 2024-12-10) Ranasinghe, M.; Ashokkumar, S.G.; Vishara, S.; De Silva, S.; Karunarathna, N.; Kalansuriya, N.The global education sector is witnessing a surge in women pursuing Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) degrees, but the gender gap in employment of the information technology (IT) industry remains significant. This difference stems from several sociocultural elements, such as gender roles, norms, beliefs, and attitudes. This study aims to analyse the factors that affect women's career opportunities in IT sector by presenting its findings in an international setting. This study thoroughly examines the barriers that prevent women from entering and rising through the ranks of the IT sector. Due to the above-mentioned gender inequality, the underrepresentation of women in the IT sector also declines the industry access to tremendous talent and a variety of viewpoints. This research aims to assist the growth of a more equitable and inclusive IT sector by addressing the obstacles experienced by women in IT professions and creating an atmosphere that empowers women's involvement and leadership. Following chapters would comprehensively discuss over the globally identified factors that are affecting women employment in the IT sector and social aspects on it. Policymakers, business executives, academic institutions, and respective organizations may all benefit greatly from the findings of this study, which can support to develop programs and policies focused at removing obstacles to women's employment and their career progression in the IT industry. The ultimate goal of this study is to addresses the factors that are affecting women employment in the IT sector with findings from global studies and encourage to build a more inclusive and varied workforce, which can stimulate economic development, productivity, and creativity in IT sector.