The extant corpus of research on supply chain sustainability in the Arctic exhibits a conspicuous neglect of the social dimension, rendering it the most underprivileged among the three pillars of sustainability. A deep dive into the Arctic, this edited volume endeavors to fill this opulent lacuna by placing the unjustly forsaken concept of social sustainability at the forefront of supply chain management (SCM) research.
By showcasing real-life case studies of supply chain operations, all in different industries and located in various Arctic regions, this book delves into the intricate interplay between business interests, political ambitions, and social issues. In response to the burgeoning demand for more in-depth empirical studies within the SCM landscape, it offers a compelling tapestry of experiences and candid views on the complexities of implementing socially sustainable and responsible policies in Arctic supply chains. Featuring contributions by 26 esteemed scholars worldwide, this collection proffers 13 thought-provoking and insightful chapters, arranged in a logical and coherent sequence that enables readers to follow a clear thread of argumentation.
With abundant theoretical insights and empirical data, Supply Chain Operations in the Arctic: Implications for Social Sustainability will appeal to a wide range of readers keeping a close eye on Arctic operations and sustainable issues. It is a timely and essential resource for students and scholars of SCM and sustainability studies, as well as businesses, policymakers, Indigenous Peoples, and non-governmental organizations seeking to promote socially responsible supply chain practices in the Arctic.
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- Title
- Supply Chain Operations in the Arctic
- Subtitle
- Implications for Social Sustainability
- Publisher
- Routledge
- Author(s)
- Antonina Tsvetkova, Konstantin Timoshenko
- Published
- 2023-11-22
- Edition
- 1
- Format
- eBook (pdf, epub, mobi)
- Pages
- 346
- Language
- English
- ISBN-10
- 1032110015
- ISBN-13
- 9781003218043
- License
- CC BY-NC-ND
- Book Homepage
- Free eBook, Errata, Code, Solutions, etc.
Cover Endorsement Half Title Series Information Title Page Copyright Page Dedication Table of Contents List of Figures List of Tables List of Pictures List of Contributors Foreword Preface 1 Paving the Way for Social Sustainability in Arctic Supply Chain Operations: A Novel Research Agenda Supply Chain Operations as a Research Phenomenon Social Sustainability as a Missing Pillar in the SCM Landscape The Arctic as a Research Context Outline of the Anthology References 2 Managing Supply Chains and Transportation in the Arctic – Challenges and Opportunities: A Literature Review and Research Directions Introduction Current State of Research Literature On Existing SCM Activities in the Arctic Analysis and Synthesis of Knowledge On Transportation and the Arctic Routes Strength, Weakness, Opportunity, and Threat (SWOT) Analysis Conclusion and Future Research Directions References 3 Reindeer Herders in Arctic Supply Ecosystems: Searching for the Harmony Between Value-Creation and Value-Capture Introduction Method Case Presentation: The Oil and Gas Ecosystem Affecting Reindeer Herders Discussion Final Remarks Limitations and Further Research Opportunities References 4 The Arctic Corridor and Questions Concerning Social Responsibility and Sustainability Introduction Sustainable and Socially Responsible SCM Approach Using Institutional Logics Theory Research Methodology and Data The Arctic Corridor Project: Case Presentation Analysis and Discussion Conclusion References 5 Social Sustainability and Supply Chain Management in Tourism: The Case of Iceland Introduction Supply Chain Management Sustainable Supply Chain Management Supply Chain Management in Tourism Sustainable Supply Chain Management in Tourism Tourism Management in Iceland Method Main Findings Analysis and Discussion Conclusions, Limitations, and Future Research Suggestions References 6 Social Responsiveness Within the Russian Arctic Supply Chains: Evidence From Isolated Communities Through the Anthropological View Introduction Social Responsibility and Social Responsiveness in SCM Literature Cultural Settings of Supply Chain Management: The Anthropological View Method Case Presentation Discussion Conclusions and Implications References 7 Navigating Toward a Sustainable Arctic: Trade-Offs and Adaptation in Greenland’s Fishing Industry Introduction Sustainable Supply Chain Management in the Arctic: A Brief Review of Recent Studies Analytical Framework: Sustainability Trade-Offs and Adaptive Capacity Fishery in Greenland: Stakeholders and Contextual Factors Method and Data Description Empirical Evidence Discussion: Are Greenland’s Fisheries Really Navigating Toward Sustainability? Conclusion References 8 Sustainable Supply Chain Governance Through Marine Stewardship Council Certification: Global Standards and Local Practices in the Barents Sea Prologue Introduction Sustainable Supply Chain Governance: Literature Review Translating Standards Into Practice: Theoretical Framework Method Case Presentation Discussion Conclusion and Implications for Theory and Practice Limitations and Further Research Acknowledgments References Appendix 1 9 Is the Current Perinatal Regionalization Protocol for Indigenous Communities of Rural Alaska Adapting Sustainably and Equitably?: A Call for Larger Roles of Social Responsibility in Arctic Supply Chain Practices Introduction Theoretical Framework Anthropological Approach to SCM Methods Transportation Services Within Maternal Healthcare for Indigenous Communities in Rural Alaska Alaska Native Cultural Values in Families and Childbearing Analysis and Discussion Conclusions References 10 Carbon Capture, Transport, and Storage Projects in Norwegian Seabed: Sustainable Implications and Challenges of New Green Technologies Rooted in the Past Introduction Sustainable Supply Chain Management Literature Method Carbon Capture, Transport, and Storage (CCTS) as Part of Green Transition Institutional Drivers as Prerequisites for CCS and CCTS Projects Origination Translating CCTS Technologies Into Actions and Objects: Longship Project in Norway Concluding Remarks Note References 11 Dynamics and Constraints in Arctic Routes: Evidence From the Russian and Canadian Shipping Introduction Arctic Routes and Navigability Under Climate Change Contrasted Evolution of Sea Traffic Comparative Analysis: The Advent of Transshipment Hubs as a New Business Model? Arctic Shipping Companies Adapted to Structural and Regional Constraints Social Implications for Local Communities Land Connectivity as a Way to Support Shipping? Conclusions, Limitations, and Future Research Acknowledgments References 12 Adaptive Governance in Integrating Sustainability and Resilience Into the Arctic Shipping Routes: The Kara Sea Case Introduction Resilience Within Sustainable Supply Chains: Literature Review Adaptive Governance: Theoretical Framework An Overview of Shipping in the Russian Arctic Temporal and Spatial Variations in Maritime Activities in the Kara Sea Governance Challenges of the Arctic Shipping Routes Supply Chain Resilience in Terms of Sustainability in the Kara Sea Region Conclusion Note References 13 Reflections On Lessons Learned and Future Directions: A Succinct Epilogue References Index