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Research paper thumbnail of Prof Dr Md Mamun Habib CV  December 2024

Research paper thumbnail of Corporate Governance Practices in the Paint Industry of Bangladesh -A Case Study on Berger Paints Bangladesh Ltd

Frontiers in Management Research, 2020

Corporate governance (CG) has attracted much attention among different stakeholders over past dec... more Corporate governance (CG) has attracted much attention among different stakeholders over past decades. Recent development in the corporate world has demanded the organizations to be more transparent and accountable. So it becomes imperative to have industry specific measurement for 'good corporate governance' that leads to social legitimacy. Bangladesh Security and Exchange Commission (BSEC) issued a draft Report on CG Guidance for listed companies. The main objective of this research is to find out the current scenario of the paint industry of Bangladesh and the level of practices of CG in the industry. The data were collected from both primary and secondary sources. The major findings of the study involved the impact of CG on financial performance of the industry. It also involves stakeholder's perception towards the inclusion of female and a young director in the board composition. The findings suggest for disclosing product wise performance in reports for more accountability and fairness for making investment decision.

Research paper thumbnail of Change Management for Information System in Public Service

International Supply Chain Technology Journal, 2020

Public organizations, in demand to deliver the public with adequate facilities in the present, ex... more Public organizations, in demand to deliver the public with adequate facilities in the present, exceedingly competitive and continuously evolving environment, require changes. The changes that become necessary are often related to the application of information systems (IS).Furthermore, when administrations are met with changes, a change management (CM) process requirements to be put in place. CM theories that are presently obtainable to practitioners and academics are often self-contradictory; they typically lack experiential indication and are stayed by unopposed hypotheses concerning the nature of the modern CM. The aim of this paper is, consequently, to identify precarious success factors for CM in IS projects. In order to reach this purpose, a clarification of changes in public organizations and the nature of CM are obtainable. Following this, an outline of success factors for CM in IS projects are recognized based on the literature review. The paper also examines two IS projects and uses them to demonstrate success factors influencing CM in IS projects in Malaysia pubic organizations. An argument of the Study findings is provided, and the paper concludes with a presentation of the study’s contributions and limitations as well as the stream of future research.

Research paper thumbnail of RetaileRs' attitude towaRds PhaRmaceutical suPPly chain management: a study on eskayef Bangladesh ltd. md. moniruzzaman, ahm yeaseen chowdury and

International Journal of Applied Business and Management Sciences, 2020

The Supply Chain Management (SCM) of pharmaceutical products deserves high priority as it is rela... more The Supply Chain Management (SCM) of pharmaceutical products deserves high priority as it is related to the life and death of men and animals around the world. SCM includes forecasting and planning, purchasing and procurement, logistics, operations, inventory management, transportation, warehousing, distribution, customer service etc. However, it is difficult to find a standard model of SCM operating in the business community particularly in the pharmaceutical sector. This paper attempts to investigate retailers' attitude towards Pharmaceutical SCM of Eskayef Bangladesh Ltd. Descriptive Statistics and Factor Analysis method have been employed here to investigate the attitudes of the retailers of this leading pharmaceutical company in Bangladesh. The study findings confirm that 'Eskayef Bangladesh Limited' has an effective supply SCM strategy even though there is still room for improvement. 'Eskayef Bangladesh Limited' produces some of the medicines locally from an ultra modern factory plant in Tongi and distributes them through its own wholesales and other members of the pharmaceutical distribution chain to make sure accessibility of good quality and efficacious medicines at affordable prices.

Research paper thumbnail of Wave Retail Banking Effect on Customer Satisfaction in Retail Supply Chain in Bangladesh

International Journal of Supply Chain Management, 2020

The study explores the various facets of different wave retail banking models, including their me... more The study explores the various facets of different wave retail banking models, including their merits, demerits are security issues, to share the wave retail wave banking implementation in Bangladesh. Apart from that, this research evaluates the current status and preparedness of banks to facilitate wave retail banking in Bangladesh. To developed smooth operation and application of wave retail banking in Bangladesh. This research focuses only on renown Banks in Bangladesh. This trend contributes towards the anticipated growth of wave financial information services, funds transfer, bill payment and presentation, account management and customer service solutions. Therefore, this research use the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT). Also, To conduct the study primarily as well as secondary data have been collected 100 users of the bank account holder in Dhaka city were interviewed to know about their interest about cashless wave banking in the retail market. In order to analyze the data, we use SPSS for pilot test and PLS for data analysis. The elaborate the current wave retail executing infrastructure of Bangladesh. Also, understand the awareness and readiness of customers satisfaction regarding wave retail banking in retail market supply chain management. This study creates a sensation among the bank and consumer satisfaction in the use of wave retail banking.

Research paper thumbnail of Applying Data Mining Tools in Transportation: Data-Driven Supply Chain View

International Journal of Supply Chain Management, 2018

Despite the big data research and relevance of data analysis there has been limited empirical res... more Despite the big data research and relevance of data analysis there has been limited empirical research and implication of data-driven supply chain networks. This paper explores the effect of data-driven supply chain capabilities on transportation (train based). In order to illustrate the shortest path calculation, London Underground Transportation open source data have been analysed through implementing different data mining tools and using programming language Python and R. The findings indicate that a data-driven supply chain has a significant time efficient effect on the logistics support. Coordination, using available data, and supply chain responsiveness are positively and significantly related to time and cost efficient performance. This system can be implemented in train based logistic support to consider the route selection.

Research paper thumbnail of Application of an Intelligent Hybrid Metaheuristic Algorithm for Multiobjective Redundancy Allocation Problem with Sustainable Maintenance

Hindawi Mathematical Problems in Engineering, 2021

+e present study aimed to optimize the redundancy allocation problem based on sustainable mainten... more +e present study aimed to optimize the redundancy allocation problem based on sustainable maintenance. For this purpose, the goal is to design a complex system based on redundancy allocation by considering the weight and reliability criteria of the system and the maintenance and repair costs through the sustainability approach. In this regard, a mathematical model has been developed. +is model minimizes system reliability and system weight simultaneously. +ere are also budget constraints on repair costs, environmental costs, purchase of spare parts, and energy risk costs. In order to optimize this model, a hybrid algorithm based on Whale Optimization Algorithm (WOA), Genetic Algorithm (GA), and Simulated Annealing (SA) is proposed. Accordingly, 81 test problems are provided and optimized by the proposed algorithm. +e obtained numerical results indicate that, with increasing failure time of each component, the system’s reliability increases and the weight of the whole system increases. Moreover, changing the Weibull distribution parameters directly affects the total amount of system reliability, but does not have a definite and accurate effect on the total weight of the system. Moreover, increasing the budget for maintenance leads to finding solutions with more reliability and less weight.

Research paper thumbnail of A Study on Social Enterprise Policy Landscape in Bangladesh

Business and Management Studies, RedFame, 2021

The purpose of the study is to highlight the policy landscape of the social enterprise which is n... more The purpose of the study is to highlight the policy landscape of the social enterprise which is not spoken in any of the present policies and laws of Bangladesh. This study reviews the existing policies and regulatory affairs related to social enterprise formation and operations in Bangladesh. This study also focuses on the analysis of literature that described the national, regional and international good practices on social enterprise. This study tries to find out the past, present and future insight and findings of social enterprises policy implications in Bangladesh. This study finds the breadth and ranges of the policy approaches that the government has implemented for social enterprise development and policy priority for Bangladesh. Because at present in Bangladesh a social enterprise can establish and operate under different laws as there is no specific policy to register and operate the social enterprise in Bangladesh, so it’s confusing for the social entrepreneur to register under appropriate law that will benefit them in the future. This study is based on the detailed assessment accessible in online literature and current data on social enterprise in Bangladesh, analysis of the existing policies and regulatory affairs on social enterprise in Bangladesh. This study is dependent on the qualitative approach along with the unstructured interviews with the industry experts. This paper presents a solid case study regarding the existing policy and regulatory implications of social enterprise formation and operations in Bangladesh.

Research paper thumbnail of Performance Measurement through Supply Chain Management: A Case Study on Academia

The book entitled "Performance Measurement through Supply Chain Management: A Case Study on Acade... more The book entitled "Performance Measurement through Supply Chain Management: A Case Study on Academia" consists of three chapters. This book emphasizes the performance management and explains to measure the performance for the academia, as case study approach.
First chapter represents the methodology of enterprise performance management enables us to define that performance management is a special management approach designed to ensure the effective functioning of the enterprise and describes the methodology, measurements, processes, methods, techniques, systems and software that are used for diagnosis (assessment), analysis, control and efficiency improve in different enterprises. Different effective methods were analyzed to improve the enterprise performance.
Second chapter illustrates supply chain management (SCM) concept for the service industry. Educational Supply chain management for Educational institutions, which represents one of the service industries, was described. ITESCM (Integrated Tertiary Educational Supply Chain Management) model for the universities was defined in this chapter.
Chapter three highlights performance measurements for the academia in terms of KPI (Key Performance Indicators). The current scenario of PI use in different developed countries, including USA, Canada, U.K, Australia, etc. was identified in this chapter. The sample of performance indicators of graduates and research outcomes, that denotes the final outcomes of ITESCM model, was mentioned.

Research paper thumbnail of Supply Chain Management for Academia: An Integrated Tertiary Educational Supply Chain Management(ITESCM)

This exploratory research addresses the education supply chain, the research supply chain, and ed... more This exploratory research addresses the education supply chain, the research supply chain, and educational management as major constituents in an Integrated Tertiary Educational Supply Chain Management (ITESCM) model. Its applicability was successfully verified and validated through survey data from leading tertiary educational institutions around the world. The proposed model constructs were identified and confirmed by 493 respondents, representing university administrators, faculty and staffs, employers, and graduates. The resulting model was subsequently evaluated for accuracy and validity by multiple linear regression (MLR) analysis and the structural equation modeling (SEM) technique.MLR equations of eight separate models were mathematically formulated and eventually synthesized into an overall model.The ITESCM model furnishes stakeholders of the supply chain with appropriate strategies to review and appraise their performance toward fulfillment of ultimate goals, i.e. producing high-caliber graduates and high-impact research outcomes, which represent two main contributions, for the betterment of the consumer, i.e. the society.

Research paper thumbnail of Supply Chain Management - Applications and Simulations

Supply Chain Management (SCM) has been widely researched in numerous application domains during t... more Supply Chain Management (SCM) has been widely researched in numerous application domains during the last decade. Despite the popularity of SCM research and applications, considerable confusion remains as to its meaning. There are several attempts made by researchers and practitioners to appropriately define SCM. Amidst fierce competition in all industries, SCM has gradually been embraced as a proven managerial approach to achieving sustainable profits and growth. This book “Supply Chain Management - Applications and Simulations” is comprised of twelve chapters and has been divided into four sections. Section I contains the introductory chapter that represents theory and evolution of Supply Chain Management. This chapter highlights chronological prospective of SCM in terms of time frame in different areas of manufacturing and service industries. Section II comprised five chapters those are related to strategic and tactical issues in SCM. Section III encompasses four chapters that are relevant to project and technology issues in Supply Chain. Section IV consists of two chapters which are pertinent to risk managements in supply chain.

Research paper thumbnail of Feasibility Study - Marketing, Financial and Operational Analysis: Private University Establishment: Global Context

This book is conducted to meet the purpose of studying the possibility of establishing a private ... more This book is conducted to meet the purpose of studying the possibility of establishing a private university from global context.In order to make sure that a private university can survive and produce the desired outcomes, feasibility study must be conducted as it is a way to analyze data,information, situation, objectives and calculate system performance.This study focuses on three main considerations - marketing research, financial analysis and operational analysis. A research was conducted with well-designed survey questionnaire,as research tool with 132 respondents as sampling population, focused on their personal judgments in respect of higher education from Global context. All data from questionnaires have been analyzed by SPSS. Another main consideration is the financial analysis by the calculation of a university system performance, according to Churchman's formula; the system performance was efficient, which would help in decision making to invest or establish a private university.This book emphasized the world wide situation of private higher education, role of private higher education and accreditation process in USA, Europe, Asia as well as Bangladesh.

Research paper thumbnail of International Retailing - Text and Readings

Papers by Prof. Md. Mamun Habib. Ph.D., FCILT, SMIEEE

Research paper thumbnail of Remittance and the Rise of Rural Middle Class in Bangladesh

Advanced Business and Finance

Background: The impact and utilization of remittance by the rural population of Bangladesh has be... more Background: The impact and utilization of remittance by the rural population of Bangladesh has been extensively discussed in numerous studies, both by Bangladeshi and international researchers. However, the concept that remittance is contributing to the rise of a rural middle class is a fresh and unique approach. Objective: The objective of the article is to explore the role of remittance in the rise of a rural middle class of Bangladesh. Also, to investigate how far remittance, both in cash and kind together with the 'social remittance' has contributed to the upward socioeconomic movement of rural Bangladesh. Method: This article adopted an integrative review method where secondary data collection was done from official government documents and websites of Bangladesh government. Contemporary data base and websites of different development organizations/world bodies were examined along with numerous scholars' research publications on this field. Result: The paper exhibited that the direct and indirect impact of remittance has contributed to the solidification of rural middle class status. Conclusion: It is important that this newly emerged, aspiring newgeneration rural middle class should not be left out of academic and policy discussion

Research paper thumbnail of A Study on Sustainable Hospital Supply Chain Management towards Societal Advancement in the Post-Pandemic Era

International Journal of Supply Chain Management

This study illustrates the intricate relationships between Hospital Infrastructure Development (H... more This study illustrates the intricate relationships between Hospital Infrastructure Development (HID), Collaboration & Information Flow (CIF), Forecasting and Planning Management (FPM), Technology Supply Chain Application (TSCA), Sustainable Hospital Supply Chain Management (SHSCM), and Sustainable Societal Advancement (SSA) within the healthcare sector of Bangladesh. Utilizing a structured questionnaire, data was collected from a diverse group of stakeholders, including doctors, administrators, and patients. Various descriptive and inferential analysis was conducted through the statistical tool, SPSS. The findings emphasize the significance of a robust healthcare supply chain in ensuring optimal healthcare delivery and broader societal benefits. This research offers valuable insights for healthcare administrators, policymakers, and stakeholders, providing a roadmap for building resilient, efficient, and sustainable healthcare systems in the postpandemic era.

Research paper thumbnail of A Systematic Literature Review on Agri-Food Supply Chain Transparency

International Journal of Supply Chain Management

The agri-food supply chain (ASC), integral to global sustenance, faces pressing challenges relate... more The agri-food supply chain (ASC), integral to global sustenance, faces pressing challenges related to transparency and traceability. This systematic literature review (SLR) delves into the transformative potential of emerging digital technologies, namely Blockchain, IoT, and Digital Financial Solutions, in addressing these challenges. Through a rigorous selection process, 88 papers were meticulously reviewed, revealing a growing academic interest in the domain. The review underscores the individual and combined potentials of these technologies in enhancing transparency, fostering trust, and ensuring efficiency in the ASC. The study further highlights the synergistic benefits of integrating these technologies, emphasizing their role in real-time monitoring, secure transactions, and collaborative operations. The findings illuminate a promising future for the ASC, advocating for continued research and innovation in harnessing these technologies to meet the evolving demands of consumers...

Research paper thumbnail of A Unified Approach to Sustainable Hospital Supply Chain Management in the Post-Pandemic Era

International Supply Chain Technology Journal

Sustainable Hospital Supply Chain Management (SHSCM) has become crucial in the post-pandemic era,... more Sustainable Hospital Supply Chain Management (SHSCM) has become crucial in the post-pandemic era, balancing economic, environmental, and social dimensions of healthcare. This paper proposes an integrated approach to SHSCM, combining four core elements, particularly Hospital Infrastructure Development (HID), Collaboration and Information Flow (CIF), Forecasting and Planning Management (FPM), and Technology Supply Chain Application (TSCA). This approach addresses the complexities and challenges in healthcare supply chains, promoting resilience, efficiency, and sustainability. The authors present potential applications from two different healthcare systems scenarios to demonstrate the application and effectiveness of the proposed approach. The findings of this study suggest that the integration of HID, CIF, FPM, and TSCA provides a comprehensive and systematic way to enhance SHSCM, with implications for research and practice in this important field.

Research paper thumbnail of Effect of INTQUAL and Employees’ Relation towards Muslim Friendly Hotels

Journal of ASIAN Behavioural Studies

The increasing demand for Muslim-friendly products and services has led hoteliers in Malaysia to ... more The increasing demand for Muslim-friendly products and services has led hoteliers in Malaysia to provide more Muslim-friendly hotel (M.F.H.s) services to fulfill Muslim tourists' needs. However, previous studies have shown that there is still a lack of conformity between M.F.H.s and their guests, which harms M.F.H.s' service performance. It is essential to expand the discussion on improving service performance in M.F.H.s. The information about 390 MFH employees in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor was collected quantitatively, and structural equation modeling and partial least squares analysis were used to look at the information.

Research paper thumbnail of The Role of Supply Chain Finance on Supply Chain Management and Firm's Performance: A Conceptual Framework

International Supply Chain Technology Journal

The literature on supply chain finance as a moderating element for enhancing business performance... more The literature on supply chain finance as a moderating element for enhancing business performance and the overall efficacy of supply chain management is reviewed in-depth in this study. It analyzes the critical factors, benefits, challenges, and opportunities associated with supply chain finance implementation and its impact on various performance indicators, including operational efficiency, cost reduction, and risk management. Additionally, it emphasizes the strategic implications of implementing supply chain finance practices for businesses seeking a competitive advantage in today's swiftly changing business environment. By consolidating the present body of research, this study improves the link between supply chain finance and supply chain management and its effect on company performance.

Research paper thumbnail of Technology-Driven Supply Chain Management in Readymade Garments: A Literature Review

International Supply Chain Technology Journal

This paper provides a literature review on the use of technology in supply chain management in th... more This paper provides a literature review on the use of technology in supply chain management in the ready-made garment industry. The paper lists many technologies that might change the apparel industry's supply chain, including CAD, CAM, RFID, NFC, IoT, blockchain, and AI. The assessment focuses on the advantages of utilizing technology in the supply chain, including enhanced efficiency, lower costs, and more transparency. The difficulties in implementing new technology and the necessity of adequately integrating people, processes, and technology are also emphasized. The review highlights how crucial supplier collaboration is to the success of technology-driven supply chain management. The study suggests adopting technology-driven supply chain management may significantly boost supply chain performance. It has become a crucial part of the ready-made garments sector.

Research paper thumbnail of Prof Dr Md Mamun Habib CV  December 2024

Research paper thumbnail of Corporate Governance Practices in the Paint Industry of Bangladesh -A Case Study on Berger Paints Bangladesh Ltd

Frontiers in Management Research, 2020

Corporate governance (CG) has attracted much attention among different stakeholders over past dec... more Corporate governance (CG) has attracted much attention among different stakeholders over past decades. Recent development in the corporate world has demanded the organizations to be more transparent and accountable. So it becomes imperative to have industry specific measurement for 'good corporate governance' that leads to social legitimacy. Bangladesh Security and Exchange Commission (BSEC) issued a draft Report on CG Guidance for listed companies. The main objective of this research is to find out the current scenario of the paint industry of Bangladesh and the level of practices of CG in the industry. The data were collected from both primary and secondary sources. The major findings of the study involved the impact of CG on financial performance of the industry. It also involves stakeholder's perception towards the inclusion of female and a young director in the board composition. The findings suggest for disclosing product wise performance in reports for more accountability and fairness for making investment decision.

Research paper thumbnail of Change Management for Information System in Public Service

International Supply Chain Technology Journal, 2020

Public organizations, in demand to deliver the public with adequate facilities in the present, ex... more Public organizations, in demand to deliver the public with adequate facilities in the present, exceedingly competitive and continuously evolving environment, require changes. The changes that become necessary are often related to the application of information systems (IS).Furthermore, when administrations are met with changes, a change management (CM) process requirements to be put in place. CM theories that are presently obtainable to practitioners and academics are often self-contradictory; they typically lack experiential indication and are stayed by unopposed hypotheses concerning the nature of the modern CM. The aim of this paper is, consequently, to identify precarious success factors for CM in IS projects. In order to reach this purpose, a clarification of changes in public organizations and the nature of CM are obtainable. Following this, an outline of success factors for CM in IS projects are recognized based on the literature review. The paper also examines two IS projects and uses them to demonstrate success factors influencing CM in IS projects in Malaysia pubic organizations. An argument of the Study findings is provided, and the paper concludes with a presentation of the study’s contributions and limitations as well as the stream of future research.

Research paper thumbnail of RetaileRs' attitude towaRds PhaRmaceutical suPPly chain management: a study on eskayef Bangladesh ltd. md. moniruzzaman, ahm yeaseen chowdury and

International Journal of Applied Business and Management Sciences, 2020

The Supply Chain Management (SCM) of pharmaceutical products deserves high priority as it is rela... more The Supply Chain Management (SCM) of pharmaceutical products deserves high priority as it is related to the life and death of men and animals around the world. SCM includes forecasting and planning, purchasing and procurement, logistics, operations, inventory management, transportation, warehousing, distribution, customer service etc. However, it is difficult to find a standard model of SCM operating in the business community particularly in the pharmaceutical sector. This paper attempts to investigate retailers' attitude towards Pharmaceutical SCM of Eskayef Bangladesh Ltd. Descriptive Statistics and Factor Analysis method have been employed here to investigate the attitudes of the retailers of this leading pharmaceutical company in Bangladesh. The study findings confirm that 'Eskayef Bangladesh Limited' has an effective supply SCM strategy even though there is still room for improvement. 'Eskayef Bangladesh Limited' produces some of the medicines locally from an ultra modern factory plant in Tongi and distributes them through its own wholesales and other members of the pharmaceutical distribution chain to make sure accessibility of good quality and efficacious medicines at affordable prices.

Research paper thumbnail of Wave Retail Banking Effect on Customer Satisfaction in Retail Supply Chain in Bangladesh

International Journal of Supply Chain Management, 2020

The study explores the various facets of different wave retail banking models, including their me... more The study explores the various facets of different wave retail banking models, including their merits, demerits are security issues, to share the wave retail wave banking implementation in Bangladesh. Apart from that, this research evaluates the current status and preparedness of banks to facilitate wave retail banking in Bangladesh. To developed smooth operation and application of wave retail banking in Bangladesh. This research focuses only on renown Banks in Bangladesh. This trend contributes towards the anticipated growth of wave financial information services, funds transfer, bill payment and presentation, account management and customer service solutions. Therefore, this research use the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT). Also, To conduct the study primarily as well as secondary data have been collected 100 users of the bank account holder in Dhaka city were interviewed to know about their interest about cashless wave banking in the retail market. In order to analyze the data, we use SPSS for pilot test and PLS for data analysis. The elaborate the current wave retail executing infrastructure of Bangladesh. Also, understand the awareness and readiness of customers satisfaction regarding wave retail banking in retail market supply chain management. This study creates a sensation among the bank and consumer satisfaction in the use of wave retail banking.

Research paper thumbnail of Applying Data Mining Tools in Transportation: Data-Driven Supply Chain View

International Journal of Supply Chain Management, 2018

Despite the big data research and relevance of data analysis there has been limited empirical res... more Despite the big data research and relevance of data analysis there has been limited empirical research and implication of data-driven supply chain networks. This paper explores the effect of data-driven supply chain capabilities on transportation (train based). In order to illustrate the shortest path calculation, London Underground Transportation open source data have been analysed through implementing different data mining tools and using programming language Python and R. The findings indicate that a data-driven supply chain has a significant time efficient effect on the logistics support. Coordination, using available data, and supply chain responsiveness are positively and significantly related to time and cost efficient performance. This system can be implemented in train based logistic support to consider the route selection.

Research paper thumbnail of Application of an Intelligent Hybrid Metaheuristic Algorithm for Multiobjective Redundancy Allocation Problem with Sustainable Maintenance

Hindawi Mathematical Problems in Engineering, 2021

+e present study aimed to optimize the redundancy allocation problem based on sustainable mainten... more +e present study aimed to optimize the redundancy allocation problem based on sustainable maintenance. For this purpose, the goal is to design a complex system based on redundancy allocation by considering the weight and reliability criteria of the system and the maintenance and repair costs through the sustainability approach. In this regard, a mathematical model has been developed. +is model minimizes system reliability and system weight simultaneously. +ere are also budget constraints on repair costs, environmental costs, purchase of spare parts, and energy risk costs. In order to optimize this model, a hybrid algorithm based on Whale Optimization Algorithm (WOA), Genetic Algorithm (GA), and Simulated Annealing (SA) is proposed. Accordingly, 81 test problems are provided and optimized by the proposed algorithm. +e obtained numerical results indicate that, with increasing failure time of each component, the system’s reliability increases and the weight of the whole system increases. Moreover, changing the Weibull distribution parameters directly affects the total amount of system reliability, but does not have a definite and accurate effect on the total weight of the system. Moreover, increasing the budget for maintenance leads to finding solutions with more reliability and less weight.

Research paper thumbnail of A Study on Social Enterprise Policy Landscape in Bangladesh

Business and Management Studies, RedFame, 2021

The purpose of the study is to highlight the policy landscape of the social enterprise which is n... more The purpose of the study is to highlight the policy landscape of the social enterprise which is not spoken in any of the present policies and laws of Bangladesh. This study reviews the existing policies and regulatory affairs related to social enterprise formation and operations in Bangladesh. This study also focuses on the analysis of literature that described the national, regional and international good practices on social enterprise. This study tries to find out the past, present and future insight and findings of social enterprises policy implications in Bangladesh. This study finds the breadth and ranges of the policy approaches that the government has implemented for social enterprise development and policy priority for Bangladesh. Because at present in Bangladesh a social enterprise can establish and operate under different laws as there is no specific policy to register and operate the social enterprise in Bangladesh, so it’s confusing for the social entrepreneur to register under appropriate law that will benefit them in the future. This study is based on the detailed assessment accessible in online literature and current data on social enterprise in Bangladesh, analysis of the existing policies and regulatory affairs on social enterprise in Bangladesh. This study is dependent on the qualitative approach along with the unstructured interviews with the industry experts. This paper presents a solid case study regarding the existing policy and regulatory implications of social enterprise formation and operations in Bangladesh.

Research paper thumbnail of Performance Measurement through Supply Chain Management: A Case Study on Academia

The book entitled "Performance Measurement through Supply Chain Management: A Case Study on Acade... more The book entitled "Performance Measurement through Supply Chain Management: A Case Study on Academia" consists of three chapters. This book emphasizes the performance management and explains to measure the performance for the academia, as case study approach.
First chapter represents the methodology of enterprise performance management enables us to define that performance management is a special management approach designed to ensure the effective functioning of the enterprise and describes the methodology, measurements, processes, methods, techniques, systems and software that are used for diagnosis (assessment), analysis, control and efficiency improve in different enterprises. Different effective methods were analyzed to improve the enterprise performance.
Second chapter illustrates supply chain management (SCM) concept for the service industry. Educational Supply chain management for Educational institutions, which represents one of the service industries, was described. ITESCM (Integrated Tertiary Educational Supply Chain Management) model for the universities was defined in this chapter.
Chapter three highlights performance measurements for the academia in terms of KPI (Key Performance Indicators). The current scenario of PI use in different developed countries, including USA, Canada, U.K, Australia, etc. was identified in this chapter. The sample of performance indicators of graduates and research outcomes, that denotes the final outcomes of ITESCM model, was mentioned.

Research paper thumbnail of Supply Chain Management for Academia: An Integrated Tertiary Educational Supply Chain Management(ITESCM)

This exploratory research addresses the education supply chain, the research supply chain, and ed... more This exploratory research addresses the education supply chain, the research supply chain, and educational management as major constituents in an Integrated Tertiary Educational Supply Chain Management (ITESCM) model. Its applicability was successfully verified and validated through survey data from leading tertiary educational institutions around the world. The proposed model constructs were identified and confirmed by 493 respondents, representing university administrators, faculty and staffs, employers, and graduates. The resulting model was subsequently evaluated for accuracy and validity by multiple linear regression (MLR) analysis and the structural equation modeling (SEM) technique.MLR equations of eight separate models were mathematically formulated and eventually synthesized into an overall model.The ITESCM model furnishes stakeholders of the supply chain with appropriate strategies to review and appraise their performance toward fulfillment of ultimate goals, i.e. producing high-caliber graduates and high-impact research outcomes, which represent two main contributions, for the betterment of the consumer, i.e. the society.

Research paper thumbnail of Supply Chain Management - Applications and Simulations

Supply Chain Management (SCM) has been widely researched in numerous application domains during t... more Supply Chain Management (SCM) has been widely researched in numerous application domains during the last decade. Despite the popularity of SCM research and applications, considerable confusion remains as to its meaning. There are several attempts made by researchers and practitioners to appropriately define SCM. Amidst fierce competition in all industries, SCM has gradually been embraced as a proven managerial approach to achieving sustainable profits and growth. This book “Supply Chain Management - Applications and Simulations” is comprised of twelve chapters and has been divided into four sections. Section I contains the introductory chapter that represents theory and evolution of Supply Chain Management. This chapter highlights chronological prospective of SCM in terms of time frame in different areas of manufacturing and service industries. Section II comprised five chapters those are related to strategic and tactical issues in SCM. Section III encompasses four chapters that are relevant to project and technology issues in Supply Chain. Section IV consists of two chapters which are pertinent to risk managements in supply chain.

Research paper thumbnail of Feasibility Study - Marketing, Financial and Operational Analysis: Private University Establishment: Global Context

This book is conducted to meet the purpose of studying the possibility of establishing a private ... more This book is conducted to meet the purpose of studying the possibility of establishing a private university from global context.In order to make sure that a private university can survive and produce the desired outcomes, feasibility study must be conducted as it is a way to analyze data,information, situation, objectives and calculate system performance.This study focuses on three main considerations - marketing research, financial analysis and operational analysis. A research was conducted with well-designed survey questionnaire,as research tool with 132 respondents as sampling population, focused on their personal judgments in respect of higher education from Global context. All data from questionnaires have been analyzed by SPSS. Another main consideration is the financial analysis by the calculation of a university system performance, according to Churchman's formula; the system performance was efficient, which would help in decision making to invest or establish a private university.This book emphasized the world wide situation of private higher education, role of private higher education and accreditation process in USA, Europe, Asia as well as Bangladesh.

Research paper thumbnail of International Retailing - Text and Readings

Research paper thumbnail of Remittance and the Rise of Rural Middle Class in Bangladesh

Advanced Business and Finance

Background: The impact and utilization of remittance by the rural population of Bangladesh has be... more Background: The impact and utilization of remittance by the rural population of Bangladesh has been extensively discussed in numerous studies, both by Bangladeshi and international researchers. However, the concept that remittance is contributing to the rise of a rural middle class is a fresh and unique approach. Objective: The objective of the article is to explore the role of remittance in the rise of a rural middle class of Bangladesh. Also, to investigate how far remittance, both in cash and kind together with the 'social remittance' has contributed to the upward socioeconomic movement of rural Bangladesh. Method: This article adopted an integrative review method where secondary data collection was done from official government documents and websites of Bangladesh government. Contemporary data base and websites of different development organizations/world bodies were examined along with numerous scholars' research publications on this field. Result: The paper exhibited that the direct and indirect impact of remittance has contributed to the solidification of rural middle class status. Conclusion: It is important that this newly emerged, aspiring newgeneration rural middle class should not be left out of academic and policy discussion

Research paper thumbnail of A Study on Sustainable Hospital Supply Chain Management towards Societal Advancement in the Post-Pandemic Era

International Journal of Supply Chain Management

This study illustrates the intricate relationships between Hospital Infrastructure Development (H... more This study illustrates the intricate relationships between Hospital Infrastructure Development (HID), Collaboration & Information Flow (CIF), Forecasting and Planning Management (FPM), Technology Supply Chain Application (TSCA), Sustainable Hospital Supply Chain Management (SHSCM), and Sustainable Societal Advancement (SSA) within the healthcare sector of Bangladesh. Utilizing a structured questionnaire, data was collected from a diverse group of stakeholders, including doctors, administrators, and patients. Various descriptive and inferential analysis was conducted through the statistical tool, SPSS. The findings emphasize the significance of a robust healthcare supply chain in ensuring optimal healthcare delivery and broader societal benefits. This research offers valuable insights for healthcare administrators, policymakers, and stakeholders, providing a roadmap for building resilient, efficient, and sustainable healthcare systems in the postpandemic era.

Research paper thumbnail of A Systematic Literature Review on Agri-Food Supply Chain Transparency

International Journal of Supply Chain Management

The agri-food supply chain (ASC), integral to global sustenance, faces pressing challenges relate... more The agri-food supply chain (ASC), integral to global sustenance, faces pressing challenges related to transparency and traceability. This systematic literature review (SLR) delves into the transformative potential of emerging digital technologies, namely Blockchain, IoT, and Digital Financial Solutions, in addressing these challenges. Through a rigorous selection process, 88 papers were meticulously reviewed, revealing a growing academic interest in the domain. The review underscores the individual and combined potentials of these technologies in enhancing transparency, fostering trust, and ensuring efficiency in the ASC. The study further highlights the synergistic benefits of integrating these technologies, emphasizing their role in real-time monitoring, secure transactions, and collaborative operations. The findings illuminate a promising future for the ASC, advocating for continued research and innovation in harnessing these technologies to meet the evolving demands of consumers...

Research paper thumbnail of A Unified Approach to Sustainable Hospital Supply Chain Management in the Post-Pandemic Era

International Supply Chain Technology Journal

Sustainable Hospital Supply Chain Management (SHSCM) has become crucial in the post-pandemic era,... more Sustainable Hospital Supply Chain Management (SHSCM) has become crucial in the post-pandemic era, balancing economic, environmental, and social dimensions of healthcare. This paper proposes an integrated approach to SHSCM, combining four core elements, particularly Hospital Infrastructure Development (HID), Collaboration and Information Flow (CIF), Forecasting and Planning Management (FPM), and Technology Supply Chain Application (TSCA). This approach addresses the complexities and challenges in healthcare supply chains, promoting resilience, efficiency, and sustainability. The authors present potential applications from two different healthcare systems scenarios to demonstrate the application and effectiveness of the proposed approach. The findings of this study suggest that the integration of HID, CIF, FPM, and TSCA provides a comprehensive and systematic way to enhance SHSCM, with implications for research and practice in this important field.

Research paper thumbnail of Effect of INTQUAL and Employees’ Relation towards Muslim Friendly Hotels

Journal of ASIAN Behavioural Studies

The increasing demand for Muslim-friendly products and services has led hoteliers in Malaysia to ... more The increasing demand for Muslim-friendly products and services has led hoteliers in Malaysia to provide more Muslim-friendly hotel (M.F.H.s) services to fulfill Muslim tourists' needs. However, previous studies have shown that there is still a lack of conformity between M.F.H.s and their guests, which harms M.F.H.s' service performance. It is essential to expand the discussion on improving service performance in M.F.H.s. The information about 390 MFH employees in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor was collected quantitatively, and structural equation modeling and partial least squares analysis were used to look at the information.

Research paper thumbnail of The Role of Supply Chain Finance on Supply Chain Management and Firm's Performance: A Conceptual Framework

International Supply Chain Technology Journal

The literature on supply chain finance as a moderating element for enhancing business performance... more The literature on supply chain finance as a moderating element for enhancing business performance and the overall efficacy of supply chain management is reviewed in-depth in this study. It analyzes the critical factors, benefits, challenges, and opportunities associated with supply chain finance implementation and its impact on various performance indicators, including operational efficiency, cost reduction, and risk management. Additionally, it emphasizes the strategic implications of implementing supply chain finance practices for businesses seeking a competitive advantage in today's swiftly changing business environment. By consolidating the present body of research, this study improves the link between supply chain finance and supply chain management and its effect on company performance.

Research paper thumbnail of Technology-Driven Supply Chain Management in Readymade Garments: A Literature Review

International Supply Chain Technology Journal

This paper provides a literature review on the use of technology in supply chain management in th... more This paper provides a literature review on the use of technology in supply chain management in the ready-made garment industry. The paper lists many technologies that might change the apparel industry's supply chain, including CAD, CAM, RFID, NFC, IoT, blockchain, and AI. The assessment focuses on the advantages of utilizing technology in the supply chain, including enhanced efficiency, lower costs, and more transparency. The difficulties in implementing new technology and the necessity of adequately integrating people, processes, and technology are also emphasized. The review highlights how crucial supplier collaboration is to the success of technology-driven supply chain management. The study suggests adopting technology-driven supply chain management may significantly boost supply chain performance. It has become a crucial part of the ready-made garments sector.

Research paper thumbnail of Students' Attitudes toward Online Classes across Educational Establishments

International Journal of Advanced Management and Accounting, Mar 1, 2022

Distance education is becoming increasingly popular across all educational institutes, and studen... more Distance education is becoming increasingly popular across all educational institutes, and students of all ages are increasingly adopting it. Academic institutions should be aware of students' requirements and expectations in order to provide excellent education and use this information to develop successful methods and solutions for adopting remote education. "Students' Attitudes toward Online Classes across Educational Establishments" is the response to the question which has played a key role in the development and implementation of a pedagogically sound online curriculum. The paper uses qualitative and quantitative data to validate students' attitudes in order for the study to be more efficient. A formal questionnaire was used in the collection of primary data for this study. In addition, secondary data was collected from other research papers based on the topic. The questionnaire was designed with the theoretical backdrop, research topic, and study objectives in mind. Location, income, and teacher are the independent variables in the questionnaire. In addition, the dependent variables comprise ease of use, the interaction between students, course structures, and attitude. The current edition of the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) software was used to show the data as graphical representations in order to interpret the collected results. Students had optimistic perceptions regarding online learning, according to the results of the study. They believe that e-learning assists them to organize their time better, ensures learning flexibility. But on the other hand, the study also revealed the obstacles that students face when using e-learning systems which are the lack of interaction amongst students in online classes, support from faculties, lack of interest in learning new skills, lack of confidence in using elearning, inability to understand contents delivered online, ignorance of the benefits of e-learning. The value of the research can be emphasized to make the process of accrediting additional remote education programs easier, and policymakers should integrate online learning themes in the curriculum, and the government should conduct workshops and seminars for instructors to qualify them with computer knowledge and application in the classroom.

Research paper thumbnail of Exploring the Interconnectedness of Supply Chain Management Theories: A Literature Review

International supply chain technology journal, Mar 15, 2023

This literature review presents a systematic review of popular supply chain management (SCM) theo... more This literature review presents a systematic review of popular supply chain management (SCM) theories, focusing on their definitions, early development, and contributions to the field. Seven fundamental theories are analyzed in detail: Resource-Based View, Agency Theory, Transaction Cost Theory, Stakeholder Theory, Balanced Scorecard Theory, Knowledge-Based View Theory, and Strategic Choice Theory. The study traces the origins and evolution of these theories, highlighting their unique foundations and the contexts in which they emerged. The review also discusses the fundamental principles and underlying assumptions of each theory, emphasizing their relevance to SCM and the implications for its practice. The review shows how these theories have helped us understand and improve SCM and how they can improve supply chain performance, promote sustainability, and drive innovation. This thorough analysis is a helpful tool for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers who want to learn more about the different theories that continue to shape and inform the field of supply chain management.

Research paper thumbnail of A Study on Rural Retailer and Consumer Decision Making - A Literature Review

International Journal of Supply Chain Management

The aim of this study is to explore the role of rural retailers and examine how they influence ru... more The aim of this study is to explore the role of rural retailers and examine how they influence rural consumer’s purchase behaviour. Also, how as a part of unorganized retailing, the rural retailer represents his unique characteristics was investigated. The parameters of their merchandising, their advantages of social capital, vulnerability and drawbacks of rural retailer’s remoteness was revisited too. This article took a consolidative literature review method where secondary information and data were collected. Numerous journals, research article, publications written on rural retailers were collected, analysed and evaluated. Renowned database and search engines like Google scholar, Elsevier, Emerald, and JSTOR were reviewed for collecting relevant journal articles and research papers. This study later presented a synthesized discussion on how as a vital link of the urban to rural supply chain, rural retailers act as a ‘lifeline’ of daily necessities. The realities that contributes...

Research paper thumbnail of Last Mile Distributors: The Key to Unlocking Efficient Rural Supply Chain

International Supply Chain Technology Journal

‘Last mile’ means the final phase of a distribution process where in order to gain a competitive ... more ‘Last mile’ means the final phase of a distribution process where in order to gain a competitive advantage, companies work at establishing and refining their final link of supply chain [6]. In many rural areas around the world, the inefficient last mile supply chains is a major obstacle to business development. Last miles are often considered as the most expensive but least efficient aspect of a supply chain [9]. Many national and multinational companies face complex and unique challenges in delivering goods to rural areas, particularly in developing countries where infrastructure is often poor and transportation options are limited. This inadequacy can result in higher costs for consumers, reduced profits for producers, and even wastage due to spoilage

Research paper thumbnail of Supply Chain Resilience during Disruption: A Study on Supply Chain Performance Measurement

International supply chain technology journal, Feb 15, 2023

The study demonstrates the Pandemic COVID 19, and the Ukraine & Russia wars as devastating, which... more The study demonstrates the Pandemic COVID 19, and the Ukraine & Russia wars as devastating, which have distracted and made imbalanced to the rhythm of any business irrespective of the regions and the borders. The present disruption emphasizes the urgency to improve SCM optimization, manage risk, and be resilient in SCM operations at a significant level. The study unlocks Integrated Supply Chain Performance Measurement (ISCPM) model through ten supply chain (SC) performance measurement attributes and elaborates on the urgency of resilience in global supply chain operations. The study further stretches the four-performance measurement index of supply chain (SC) resilience to measure risk management at the end-to-end SCM. The ISCPM model was verified in the Bangladesh manufacturing industry through 24 sectors. The procedure was simple random sampling. This study significantly contributes to academia as well as in the industry through ten performance measurement attributes and the framework along with the performance measurement attributes.

Research paper thumbnail of Embedding attributes towards the supply chain performance measurement

Cleaner Logistics and Supply Chain

Dependency on the Balanced Scorecard (BSC) and the Supply Chain Operations Reference (SCOR) model... more Dependency on the Balanced Scorecard (BSC) and the Supply Chain Operations Reference (SCOR) model is inadequate in the context of sustainability, environment, and other multiple factors along with the changes in the market dynamics. As a result, performance evaluation through a holistic approach in the manufacturing industry is not comprehensive. Therefore, a Supply Chain Performance Measurement (SCPM) is required to assess the supply chain's effectiveness. This research formulates Integrated Supply Chain Performance Measurement (ISCPM) model through the supply chain performance attributes in the outlook of input-process-output considering the BSC and the SCOR model at three decisions levels with an application of quantitative techniques to bring synergic effect to all stakeholder issues. A gap analysis was performed through systematic literature reviews. The integrated supply chain performance measurement model incorporates ten supply chain performance measurement attributes supplier relationship management (SRM), internal supply chain management (ISCM), and customer relationship management (CRM). The model was then tested from the various sectors in the manufacturing industry of Bangladesh, through a simple random sampling. The ISCPM model furnishes stakeholders of the manufacturing supply chain with the appropriate strategies to review and appraise their performance toward fulfillment of the ultimate goals. This model is suggested to be implemented in manufacturing industries to improve their operational performance. The study contributes to academia developing the ISCPM model with ten performance measurement attributes that enrich the literature on SCPM. It also contributes to the industry for practitioners by bringing synergy into the framework and performance measurement attributes which eventually upgrade the prosperity of the manufacturing industry and eventually the society.

Research paper thumbnail of Blockchain Technology to Ensure Traceability of Agriculture Supply Chain Management

International Supply Chain Technology Journal

Agriculture is an industry that is essential to the functioning of any economy. Our entire econom... more Agriculture is an industry that is essential to the functioning of any economy. Our entire economic structure revolves around this one factor. Agriculture is not only an important source of food and raw materials, but it is also an important source of employment opportunities for a significant fraction of the total population. In agriculture food supply chains, also known as ASCs, customers are the ones who pay for the agricultural productsthat farmers produce. During this process, customers place a higher priority on the safety of agriculturally produced foods, while farmers anticipate an increase in their revenues. The effectiveness of traceability and management for agri-food products ismet with a vast array of obstacles as a result of the complexities and dynamism of ASCs. However, the majority of the currently available solutions are not able to satisfactorily meet the standards of ASCs regarding traceability and management[2]. Chen et al., proposeda blockchain-based ASC framework to provide product traceability[1]. This framework guarantees decentralized security for the agriculture food tracing data stored in ASCs. This was done in order to address the problems that have been presented. In order to guarantee the quality of the food, it is critical to have complete visibility into the agricultural supply chain management. Along with that, it improves the overall pleasure of the customers and theproductivity of the peers. The centralized storage of data makes it more difficult to guarantee the items' quality and rate, as well as their point of origin. Consequently, we are in need of a decentralized system that allows for transparency and provideseveryone, from the producers to the consumers, with the satisfaction they seek[4]. The supply chain can now have both greater traceability andtransparency thanks to blockchain technology, which is a form of digital technology. According to Madumidha utilization of this technologyresults in an improvement to the community that exists between the various stakeholders and the farmers. Increased capacity, improved security, immutability, minting, speedier settlement, and full traceability of all recorded transaction records are fundamentally provided by blockchain's features

Research paper thumbnail of Factors affecting cryptocurrency adoption in digital business transactions: The mediating role of customer satisfaction

Technology in Society

This empirical study examines the factors influencing the adoption (AD) of cryptocurrencies in Ma... more This empirical study examines the factors influencing the adoption (AD) of cryptocurrencies in Malaysia's digital market. It is assumed that the adoption of cryptocurrencies would continue to increase. The role of the dependent variables of social influence (SI), transparency (TR), price value (PV), traceability (TRA), and attitude (AT) was examined to identify customer satisfaction as a mediator variable for cryptocurrency adoption. Random sampling was used to ensure that the research objectives were adequately examined. A total of 295 respondents answered the survey questions intended for cryptocurrency users in Malaysia. Data were analyzed using partial least squares structural equation modelling (PLS-LSM). The findings revealed that SI, PV, TRA, and AT were all impactful in terms of AD (dependent variable) through the mediation of customer satisfaction in Malaysia's digital market. However, TR negatively impacts Malaysia's digital market. Future researchers in other regions and industries may be able to reproduce these findings and use similar constructs to add to the present body of knowledge. This study adds to the small body of literature on Bitcoin and digital money. These findings can assist researchers in understanding the role of cryptocurrency and identifying its primary influences on the Malaysian cryptocurrency market.

Research paper thumbnail of Integrated Supply Chain Performance Measurement Model for the Manufacturing Industry

Journal of Service Science and Management

This study investigated supply chain performance measurement for the manufacturing industry based... more This study investigated supply chain performance measurement for the manufacturing industry based on the primary and the secondary data and developed Integrated Supply Chain Performance Measurement (ISCPM) model through the supply chain performance attributes in the outlook of input-process-output considering the BSC and the SCOR model at three decisions levels. In the context of the current market dynamics and uncertainties, companies need to upgrade and prepare for resilient supply chain operations, identify the gaps in new normal especially after the pandemic COVID 19, and way forward to address how companies will be organized to handle the strategic supply chain issues and maneuver promptly to ensure a smooth and flawless operation which is extremely challenging in this unpredictable moment. The integrated model incorporates ten supply chain performance measurement attributes and thirty-six performance measurement indexes as supplier relationship management (SRM), internal supply chain management (ISCM), and customer relationship management (CRM). Finally, the ISCPM model reviews and appraise the operational performance of an organization.

Research paper thumbnail of Integrated Agri-Food Supply Chain Model: An Application of IoT and Blockchain

American Journal of Industrial and Business Management

In agri-food supply chains (ASC), consumers purchase agri-food goods from farmers. During this pr... more In agri-food supply chains (ASC), consumers purchase agri-food goods from farmers. During this process, customers emphasize the need for agri-food safety, while producers hope to enhance their revenues. Due to the dynamism and complexity of the Bangladesh ASC, the traceability and control of agri-food goods encounter formidable obstacles. Due to their reliance on intermediaries, legal financial hurdles, Ethereum-based financial solutions, etc., however, most existing solutions cannot adequately meet the traceability and management needs of Bangladesh ASC. To solve these issues, the authors proposed an integrated Agri-food supply chain (IASC) model. In this study, a systematic review of the literature was conducted using a thematic analysis method. In a portion of the model, the authors depicted a linear physical flow to illustrate the relationship and function of intermediaries and to explain Bangladesh ASC's dependence on intermediaries. The approach incorporates Blockchain technology and IoT to promote transparency, minimize mistake, prevent product delays, remove unethical and illegal actions, improve supply chain (SC) management, track the whereabouts of the goods, and eventually increase consumer and supplier trust. The article also mentions that crypto currency-based financial transactions between stakeholders in the supply chain are now unlawful in Bangladesh. For blockchain API, a mobile banking and digital payment-based solution has been proposed. Finally, the blockchain-based Hyperledger Sawtooth API has been suggested so that clients can trace the entire history of a product by scanning the QR code on the packaging. Since Bangladesh's economy is primarily based on agriculture, this research can assist in boosting Bangladesh's economy. The paper would also contribute to the reduction of corruption and the improvement of firmer/ grower and consumer satisfaction. The findings also pave the way for future studies to implement blockchain technology in ASC without relying on Ethereum-based financial flow solutions.

Research paper thumbnail of A Study on Hospital Supply Chain Management

American Journal of Industrial and Business Management

The concept of Supply Chain Management which is traditionally applicable to manufacturing industr... more The concept of Supply Chain Management which is traditionally applicable to manufacturing industry can also improve the overall operations of service industry, especially the healthcare industry. In order to get a more comprehensive understanding of hospital supply chain management and to identify the major players and their roles, this study looks into the supply chain process and the major players of the hospital supply chain in private hospitals in Bangladesh. The study initially focuses on exploring the existing literature on hospital supply chain management and subsequently, analyzes the effectiveness of the hospital supply chain process focusing on the key suppliers of the hospital industry. This research is a descriptive study, based on primary and secondary data. Primary data was collected through semi-structured questionnaire and in-depth interviews from respondents from several private hospitals in Bangladesh. The researchers have proposed a conceptual framework depicting a holistic view of Hospital Supply Chain Management and then an Integrated Private Hospital Supply Chain Management (IPHSCM) model was developed. The result of the study illustrates the efficiency of this chain is quite satisfactory. The study thus provides a comprehensive idea about the current supply chain process of private hospitals in Bangladesh. In addition, the study helps to identify the sectors where the concepts of supply chain can be applied in order to improve their operational excellence. This study has also created scopes of further studies on service supply chain management, more specifically hospital supply chain management. However, this study was limited to only private hospitals in Bangladesh. Further research can be done in this sector using the IPHSCM model developed by the researchers.

Research paper thumbnail of A Material Purchasing Decision Making Model for Procurement Division of The Academic Library from Supply Chain Point View

The purpose of this study is to explore the development of the entities of a material purchasing ... more The purpose of this study is to explore the development of the entities of a material purchasing decision making model for the procurement division of an academic library from a supply chain perspective and to describe the model's verification/validation procedure. Both qualitative and quantitative methodologies have been utilised in this study. Theoretical literature review was utilised to construct the conceptual model of the academic library, while Fuzzy Delphi Method (FDM) was employed to validate the model. This research will emphasise the functions and components necessary to design and validate the material purchase decision making model for the library's procurement division. The conclusion of this research will be the construction of a material purchasing decision making valid model for the procurement division of the academic library model, which will serve as a strategic tool to ensure a quality service for library users and stakeholders.

Research paper thumbnail of The Effect of ICT & Digital Supply Chain (DSC) in Higher Education Institutions

International journal of supply chain management , 2021

The study identifies the effect of the implementation of information and communication technology... more The study identifies the effect of the implementation of information and communication technology-driven digital supply chain (ICT-DSC) model in education institutes. Besides that, the study defines the integration and evaluation criteria of the Digital Supply Chain model in the academic industry. Finally, an integrated model for educational institutes in Bangladesh is developed through the study. This ICT application-based DSC model would formulate a requirement roadmap to express a guideline for the educational technology impact. It would fulfil all relevant stakeholders desire to diminish risks and increase understanding to overcome drawbacks. The study would also propose a systematic methodology that initiates a considerate process for all relevant stakeholders within an academic institution. Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) was adopted as a theoretical framework. To conduct the study, primary data have been collected from 276 stakeholders of academic-industry in Bangladesh who were interviewed about their interest and performance ICT-DSC in educational institutions. As a statistical tool, SPSS was used for pilot test and PLS for data analysis. To elaborate on the current ICT-DSC execution in the academic infrastructure of Bangladesh. Also, this research outcome is to produce an integrated theoretical model for educational institutions in Bangladesh. This is one of the most recent research studies on academic institutions in Bangladesh.

Research paper thumbnail of Software Test Estimation Tool: Comparable with COCOMOII Model

2016 IEEE IEEM, 2016

This study illustrates an estimation tool for software test that provides the estimated time and ... more This study illustrates an estimation tool for software test that provides the estimated time and the cost of any sort of software test project. There are different wellrecognized estimation tools for software development process [9], however, there remains a lack of standard tools for estimation of Software Test phase. Therefore, the authors developed a web base tool (www.4beats.net/tpet/) in order to determine the time and cost of projects. This paper highlights the comparable result with COCOMOII (Constructive Cost Model) model. More than 22 projects are already estimated by this open tool and from them 5 case projects, namely, Climate Resilient Ecosystems and Livelihood (CREL), Management Accounts Consolidation System for Line Director (LDMACS), PBI (Police Bureau of Investigations) Works Management System Software, PBI Mobile Apps and Human Resources Management System (HRMS) have selected. This paper would play a vital role to estimate time and cost for software test project and be beneficial for the software industry.

Research paper thumbnail of A Practical Study on implementing Green Supply Chain in Printing Industry

ICBM 2017 – 1ST INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT, 2017

The observed study which based on primary and secondary data represents the different channels of... more The observed study which based on primary and secondary data represents the different channels of supply chain in printing industry of Bangladesh and how Green Supply Chain can be implemented in printing industry. Since last decade Supply Chain Management(SCM) has become a critical factor in maintaining one of the major competitive advantages of an organization. This research represents the supply chain model of the printing industry and the demonstration of Green Supply Chain(GSC) strategies. This paper, which was based on the interview research technique, also presents comparisons between practiced supply chain model with the view to understand better how developing countries can focus on more eco-friendly way. Consequently, the authors defined some recommendations that would create further dimensions for policy makers of the printing industry. The study addresses the SCM model of one of the best Newspapers in Bangladesh named ProthomAlo. The specific objectives of the study are to: i) determine the strategies followed during process of printing, ii)identify different distribution channels and communication process in printing industry, and iii) determine the relation between sales and supply chain of printing industry. The study reveals that how wastages can be minimized and how green supply chain can be introduced.

Research paper thumbnail of A Study of Supply Chain Management in Shipbuilding Industry

ICBM 2017 - 1st International Conference on Business & Management, 2017

This paper deliberates a dynamic model to support assessment on Supply chain management performan... more This paper deliberates a dynamic model to support assessment on Supply chain management performance of shipbuilding industries. The exercise of Supply chain management in today's world is rising expressively as it declines the cost, delivers smoother service in manufacturing industry, satisfies the customers, the economy of time that allows the value chain improvement of the shipbuilding industry same as the other industries. The basic objectives of this study is to create the relationship between supply chain management and shipbuilding industry, In the near future, the impacts of this appropriate relationship will provide the competitive advantage of the organization and the industry enable to support the environment through a sustainable supply chain management procedure. Secondary data are used in this paper from the various books, journals, conference papers, newspapers, magazines and wide use of internet etc. The paper is envisioned to capture an accurate structure of logistic operation that permits the industry to analytically forecast logistic performance, to trace the points of bottleneck, to analyze the probable factors creating the bottleneck, and to select logistic setup which will yield better logistic performance. Meanwhile the financial struggle, either due to shortage of fund resources or poor business management, has been producing the negative condition presently faced by many shipbuilding industries. So the paper will prompt a systematic model with the integration of money flow together with raw materials and information flow. That will improve the product quality, cost effectiveness, Sustainable operations and delivery time, which are considered as the gauges of Supply chain performance.

Research paper thumbnail of Assessing SCM: A Procedure Based on a Theoretical Model

ICBM 2017 - 1st International Conference on Business & Management, 2017

Despite the growing attention in supply chain management (SCM) by scholars and practitioners, the... more Despite the growing attention in supply chain management (SCM) by scholars and practitioners, there is still a lack of academic literature regarding topics such as methodologies to guide and support SCM evaluation. Maximum developed methods have been provided by referring corporations and are controlled in their publication and use. In addition it established the procedure of SCM process. The methodology is based on Cooper, Lambert and Pagh's original contribution and involves analysis of eleven referential axes established from key business processes, horizontal structures, and initiatives & practices. We analyze the applicability of the proposed model based on findings from online interviews with experts-academics and practitioners. In general terms, the method can be well-thought-out an analytic tool that allows corporations to evaluate their maturity regarding SCM practices. From this analysis, firms can classify and implement activities to improve degree of adherence to the reference model and achieve SCM benefits. This article presents a methodology for evaluating companies' degree of devotion to a SCM theoretical model. In addition it established the procedure of SCM process and aims to contribute to SCM theory development precisely new initiatives. The goal of this study is to restructured theoretical approach into practical aspects.

Research paper thumbnail of An Overview of the Shipbuilding Industry: A Literature Review

ICBM 2017 - 1st International Conference on Business & Management, 2017

Shipbuilding is recognized as one of the firstborn, most open and extremely competitive markets i... more Shipbuilding is recognized as one of the firstborn, most open and extremely competitive markets in the world. Shipbuilding industry performs a significant role in supporting national defense, stimulating shipping and industrial development, rising employment and overseas currency inflow. Shipbuilding has been assumed as one of the most promising industry in the current time of global prospect and a country might achieve the strong economic development within a short period of time by continuing the upward trend of this industry. The basic objectives of this study are to overview the potentials, performances and identifying the problems related to this industry. Secondary data are used in this paper from the various reviews of literatures, journals, conference papers, newspapers, magazines and wide use of internet etc. This study will establish the national and international issues and factors in comparison to the potential which may significantly encourage the shipbuilding industry performance, as well as the problems will also be addressed to assess and measure the effect within the industry and finding the answers accordingly.

Research paper thumbnail of Necessity and Potentiality of a Deep Sea Port in Bangladesh

ICBM 2017 - 1st International Conference on Business & Management, 2017

Global maritime trade is rising day by day, but the facilities needed to support for smooth runni... more Global maritime trade is rising day by day, but the facilities needed to support for smooth running of this trade is not enough. The main purpose of this research is to find out the necessity of deep sea ports to facilitate the trade and to explain the Potentiality of Deep Seaports for Bangladesh from maritime business through the Bay of Bengal. The area selected for the study is the Bay of Bengal especially on the coast of Bangladesh. Both the primary and secondary research methodology are applied and combined by the qualitative methods of primary research and existing literature review methods of secondary research where data is extracted from both the primary and secondary sources. Moreover, this paper also demonstrates the existing port performance and port transport facilities in Bangladesh and its further development opportunities to mitigate the demand of maritime transport within the country and also for regional and international requirements. The world economy totally depends on Sea trade and more than 90% of overseas trade is routed through sea ports as a result the necessity of a deep sea port is going to be increased. Inter modal transport services are highly required within the country as well as for Nepal, Bhutan, Myanmar, and Kunming of China and seven sisters of India in the South Asia that may be supplied from Bangladeshi seaports. A port, especially deep sea port can play an important role on behalf of the maritime nation for dominating in world maritime trade. Since the Bay of Bengal is close to Bangladesh, so developing a deep seaport in this area can contribute significantly to the seaborne trade within the Bay Of Bangle.

Research paper thumbnail of Modeling Carbon Footprint across Food Supply Chain

ICIE 2017, 2017

In the supply chain management, the environment effect is one imperative concern carbon footprint... more In the supply chain management, the environment effect is one imperative concern carbon footprint is a famous metric to evaluate an item's greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and help supply chain management. The focus of this paper is to assess low carbon supply chain in the food industries. So that paperoptimises the carbon footprint across supply chains and also introduce indirect carbon emission concept in a network optimization model for sustainable chain management. The proposed model optimize total cost, total direct carbon emission, total indirect emission in the form of embodied carbon footprintof raw material and total trade credit amount over the purchased item in supply chain and to find a compromised solution of these objectives using multi objective goal programming.

Research paper thumbnail of A Grey-Based DEMATEL Model for Evaluating Supplier Development Criteria

ICIE 2017, 2017

This paper intends to evaluate various Supplier Development (SD) criteria using Grey Decision Mak... more This paper intends to evaluate various Supplier Development (SD) criteria using Grey Decision Making Trail and Evaluation Laboratory (DEMATEL). SD consists of set of activities by buying organization for supplier to enhance supplier performance and its capabilities, which will help to meet supply needs and createfavourable results for the buying organization. This study features the role of supplier in adding to the competencies of the manufacturing organization, and interpreted the importance of SDPrograms. Through a literature review, 12criteria for the SD are determined in context of Indian Manufacturing organization.The outcomes of study consistgrouping of criteria into cause and effect category.Supplier's past performance, Deliveryperformance and proximity to manufacturing base are identified asimportant cause criteria which highly influencing the competitive advantage and productivity improvement of organization.

Research paper thumbnail of SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT: ITS EVOLUTION- PAST AND PRESENT

The purpose of this research is to explore the advancement of Supply Chain Management in various ... more The purpose of this research is to explore the advancement of Supply Chain Management in various fields its implementation. The research is based on secondary data including online database, journals, conference papers, digital libraries, etc. The latest trends were more evident in the articles of practitioners of the industries. Even with the unique nature of SCM in comparison with other Enterprise Systems, researchers have conducted numerous analysis and exploration of SCM processes in various fields. A large number of researches concentrated on the life line of product to ensure its seamless and efficient transportation from concept to market. Some researches were also conducted on the service industry SCM. A little in the SCM in Academia. More than over 30 years, since the inception of SCM, most of advancement were opportunistic in nature; taking advantage of the technological advancements, i.e. EDI, Network, Internet, Web-based services, IoT and now digitization of the processes.

Research paper thumbnail of A STUDY ON SC PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT IN MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY THROUGH BALANCE SCORECARD: A LITERATURE REVIEW

Over the past few decades, business dynamics have been revolutionized that put the arm on the leg... more Over the past few decades, business dynamics have been revolutionized that put the arm on the legislative requirements to measure the performance management for manufacturing industry where companies have been observing to find the tools that can evaluate the supply chain management performance commendably. Organizations have witnessed a rapid transformation in their performance measurement system in the last few decades, amongst the most widespread tools adopted and implemented is the Balanced Scorecard (BSC). Since its emergence, the mainstream of the Fortune 500 corporations was implementing the BSC. Despite the widespread adoption, a growing body of supply chain management authoritarians and practitioners uncovers constrains in the BSC, particularly in its model, execution and practice. The same group of advocates opposes; these constrains could either undermine the practicality of the BSC or trigger companies to refrain the BSC altogether for better performance measurement alternatives. Hence, the principal objective of this paper is to appraise the BSC as a performance measurement instrument and discuss whether the BSC is in fact an undisputed resolution as a corporate performance measurement model.

Research paper thumbnail of Supply Chain Management (SCM) – Is it Value Addition towards Academia?

IOP Conf. Series: Materials Science and Engineering, 2018

This keynote paper illustrates the theory and evolution of Supply Chain Management (SCM) as well ... more This keynote paper illustrates the theory and evolution of Supply Chain Management (SCM) as well as highlights chronological prospective of SCM in terms of time frame in different areas of manufacturing and service industries. The objective of SCM is to incorporate activities across and within organizations for providing the customer/stakeholders value. Supply Chain Management (SCM) has been widely researched in numerous application domains during the last few decades. Despite the popularity of SCM research and applications, considerable confusion remains as to its meaning, there are several attempts made by researchers and practitioners to appropriately define SCM. This paper demonstrates Educational Supply Chain Management, Integrated Tertiary Educational Supply Chain Management (ITESCM) model, as the application of SCM in the service industry, which would add the values towards academia. ITESCM model were identified and confirmed by 493 respondents, representing experts and administrators, faculty, staffs of the university, employers, graduates, etc. The resulting model was subsequently evaluated for accuracy and validity by multiple linear regressions (MLR) analysis and the structural equation modeling (SEM) technique. The research model provides a novel approach for decision makers of each supply chain components to review and appraise their performance toward fulfillment of ultimate goals i.e. producing high-caliber graduates and high-impact research outcomes, which represent two main contributions, for the betterment of the end customer, i.e., the society. Keywords: Supply chain management, academia, education, SCM, research, ITESCM.

Research paper thumbnail of Investigating Different Criteria to Include M-Learning into the Traditional Learning Environment in HLI

The Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Business and Management (ICBM 2019), 2019

The current generation of learners are very engaged and focused on the current mobile technologie... more The current generation of learners are very engaged and focused on the current mobile technologies. It would be very practical to implement a learning environment that includes such technologies. A learning environment created through mobile learning (mLearning) concept is already being used individually by some educators inside or outside the class room and by some administrators to handle and maintain the administrative tasks in educational institutes. But there is inadequate research published to implement mLearning into the traditional learning environment considering the educational institute as one unit. This study focuses on the different criteria that an educational institute (not individual) should consider before implementing mLearning into their traditional learning system.

Research paper thumbnail of Solutions for Lead Time Minimization of RMG in Bangladesh: Backward Linkage and Port Facilities

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The purpose of this paper is to come up with solutions in lead time minimization based on the cur... more The purpose of this paper is to come up with solutions in lead time minimization based on the current problems faced in the RMG sector of Bangladesh. Lead time is one of the most crucial aspects in the apparel sourcing market; the execution of a final order is highly dependent on lead time. This paper is based on secondary data which includes journal papers, articles, and various newspaper articles. The paper analyzes the business structure of RMG, how reduction of lead time and increasing overall competitiveness in the sector would change the current scenario of the most spectacular industry of Bangladesh. The objective of the study is to discuss the current situation of RMG sector, the gaps in the industry and how with plausible actions these gaps can be fulfilled and the potentials of the sector can be boosted, resulting in a more profitable industry. This paper talks about the existing problems in the apparel industry. However, more research is needed in the fields through primary data collection, face-to-face interviews with the authorities in charge which was not possible for the researchers. So, further study is required accordingly.

Research paper thumbnail of Resolving Obstacles of Supply Chain Management in RMG Industry Through Transportation Management

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This paper tries to illuminate the issues regarding current supply chain management in RMG indust... more This paper tries to illuminate the issues regarding current supply chain management in RMG industry of Bangladesh and developing countries, the influence of transportation decision making in core supply chain management. Transport management aims to integrate transport decisions in core supply chain process. This paper is based on a secondary information which includes journal, article papers as well lectures given by professors. The paper finds that supply chain management many of Bangladeshi and other developing countries RMG industries exclude transportation management from strategic level decisions and considers transportation as a commodity rather than a part of supply chain management. The findings through mathematical analysis reveals that modes of transport and network routes both impact the total cost in transportation system. By empirical analysis this paper suggests that transport management should be considered at strategic level and vertical horizontal transport collaboration is need among stakeholders of RMG industry.

Research paper thumbnail of Blockchain Technology in Transport Industries in Malaysia

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The study aims to benefit both the industry and the academic community. Creating an industry-spec... more The study aims to benefit both the industry and the academic community. Creating an industry-specific configuration (sales chain) and extending it to a more general configuration can be useful for companies that want to use the block network in the future or want to understand better block chain technology. In areas other than computer science and finance, there is little scientific study in block technology. Expanding the study area is key to understanding this new technology trend and supply chain management is a key technology development in the coming years. This study is based on a survey of the strategic fit of Malaysian transport management chains. In addition, the key findings of the specific strategic adjustment are to find indicators on the type of supply chains with blocking technology that can have positive strategic implications. Despite the fact that the block pipeline revolutionises business and redefines logistics, existing study is limited in order to categorise the application possibilities of the framework and its consequences. Based on academic and literary knowledge, we classify the possible applications for adoption and provide a framework for identifying the blocking potential of the logistics sector, helping systematically evaluate managers, and begin developing organisational capabilities for successful adaptation and deployment of technology.

Research paper thumbnail of Internet of thing-oriented Supply Chain Management Optimization: A Triple Bottom Line Perspective in Manufacturing

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The Internet of Things-enabled technologies plays a significant role in Supply chain Management O... more The Internet of Things-enabled technologies plays a significant role in Supply chain Management Optimization. When the various devices and supply chain management (SCM) activities are connected through the physical connectivity devices and tools, all stakeholders can work in harmony. The Triple Bottom Line (TBL) perspective is gaining tremendous attention from all the stakeholders, like the government, NGO, customers, manufacturers, suppliers, and retailers. TBL considers sustainability from environmental, financial, and social dimensions. This paper makes an endeavour to explore the opportunities of IoT-based technology to support TBL perspectives. It also paper identifies how each stage of SCM activities can be optimised using IoT-based technology. The future research direction should address the integrated IoT, Blockchain, and Artificial Intelligence technology to enhance TBL-oriented SCM practices

Research paper thumbnail of Digital Supply Chain in Academic Organizations: A Requirement Model

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The supply chain is today one of the most important business processes for most companies. It is ... more The supply chain is today one of the most important business processes for most companies. It is also a fact for the companies that produce and distribute products services. Academic supply chain is an institution that manage and distribute the graduates in real work life or in similar institution. In fact, such supply chains must be treated more precisely. Research shows that companies that successfully complete the digital supply chain will reduce costs by an average of 20% while increasing revenues by 10%. There are several key factors in the transformation of the traditional supply chain into the digital supply chain. The key is to understand the client; This is the society in the Academic Supply Chain. The development of the Digital Supply Chain (DSC) may be the most important and most valuable conversion any organization faces and will go through in the next decade. With this, the costs of the front panel fins, the acquisitions and the production control are focused on the traditional tasks centered on the client. The traditional processes of the supply chain have some constrain to do proper management in academic supply chain. With the introduction of Industry 4.0, this transformation proved to be more relevant to the management of the digital supply chain. Different industries are moving towards the management of the digital supply chain, although supply chains are very complex. The objective of the research is to explore the possibilities and forms of digital transformation of the traditional academic supply chain and a requirement model process for the academic supply chain.

Research paper thumbnail of The Influence of Personal Norms on Consumers' Halal Purchase Behavior: Consumer Attitude as a Mediator

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This paper aimed to find out the factors influencing Bangladeshi consumers halal purchase behavio... more This paper aimed to find out the factors influencing Bangladeshi consumers halal purchase behavior. The researchers, for this purpose, surveyed 137 consumers of Dhaka city. A structured questionnaire was used to collect data about consumer attitude, personal norms, and halal purchase behavior. The Structural Equation Modeling technique was employed for data analysis using Smart PLS software. The results of this study pointed out that consumer personal norms and attitude influenced Bangladeshi consumers halal purchase behavior. Moreover, the relationship between consumer personal norms and consumer halal purchase behavior was mediated by consumer attitude. Therefore, managers should strengthen consumers personal norms that ultimately influence consumer attitude and halal purchase behavior. The limitations of this study invite future researchers to validate the research model with a large sample size in cross country perspective.

Research paper thumbnail of Embedding M-learning Environment into Education Supply Chain Management Model for HLI

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The mLearning environment is already being practiced independently by some educators inside or ou... more The mLearning environment is already being practiced independently by some educators inside or outside the class room and by some administrators to handle and maintain the administrative tasks in educational institutes. But an educational institute may not possess a general strategy to implement mLearning into the traditional learning environment. Implementing a new process into the traditional process requires to establish a proper educational outcome. Hence, just a defined set of criteria to implement mLearning into the traditional learning environment would not convince the decision makers of an educational institute. Considering educational institute as a service industry, an educational supply chain management can be considered to map the educational outcome with and without mLearning environment. This study investigates the Education Supply Chain Management (ESCM) model, maps different criteria of mLearning with the ESCM models, and attempts to establish a set of integration criteria to embed mLearning into ESCM model.

Research paper thumbnail of An Implementation of Balanced Scorecard on Supply Chain Performance Measurement in Manufacturing Industry

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Over the past few decades, business dynamics have been revolutionized that put the arm on the leg... more Over the past few decades, business dynamics have been revolutionized that put the arm on the legislative requirements to measure the performance management for manufacturing industry where companies have been observing to find the tools that can evaluate the supply chain management performance commendable. Organizations have witnessed a rapid transformation in their performance measurement system in the last few decades, among the most widespread tools adopted and implemented is the Balanced Scorecard (BSC). Since its emergence, the mainstream of the Fortune 500 corporations was implementing the BSC. Despite the widespread adoption, a growing body of supply chain management authoritarians and practitioners uncovers constraints in the BSC, particularly in its model, execution, and practice. The same group of advocates opposes; these constraints could either undermine the practicality of the BSC or trigger companies to refrain the BSC altogether for better performance measurement alternatives. Hence, the principal objective of this paper is to appraise the BSC as a performance measurement instrument and discuss whether the BSC is, in fact, an undisputed resolution as a corporate performance measurement model.