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Green Distribution Systems and Performance of Building and Construction Manufacturing Firms in Kenya

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  • Peter Kiama Gikonyo
  • Prof. Patrick Karanja Ngugi
  • Dr. Samson Nyang'au Paul

Abstract

Purpose: This study seeks to establish the relationship between green distribution systems and performance of building and construction companies in Kenya. Green logistics management is strategies that reduce the environmental and energy footprint of freight distribution, which focuses on material handling, waste management, packaging and transport. Green logistics consists of all activities related to the eco-efficient management of the forward and reverse flows of products and information between the point of origin and the point of consumption whose purpose is to meet or exceed customer demand green logistics activities include measuring the environmental impact of different distribution strategies, reducing the energy usage in logistics activities. Methodology: This study adopted a cross-sectional research design approach. The target population was 900 employees drawn from the 54 building and construction manufacturing firms in Kenya. The sample size was 270 respondents which was determined through purposive sampling targeting departments in the 54 companies. Primary data was collected using a questionnaire. Quantitative data was analyzed through descriptive statistics (mean, standard deviation) and inferential statistics (ANOVA, P-value, t-test). Findings: The findings revealed that green distribution systems significantly influenced the performance of the building and construction manufacturing firms in Kenya. The study concluded that through embrace of green distribution systems, performance of the manufacturing firms was obtained. Unique Contribution to Theory, Policy and Practice: Embracing green logistics among other sustainable business practices among the organizations remains a blueprint for the government as one of the sustainable development goals. One of the ways that this can be achieved is through green distribution systems which would ensure sustainable flow of distribution of goods and services.

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  • Peter Kiama Gikonyo & Prof. Patrick Karanja Ngugi & Dr. Samson Nyang'au Paul, 2022. "Green Distribution Systems and Performance of Building and Construction Manufacturing Firms in Kenya," International Journal of Supply Chain and Logistics, CARI Journals Limited, vol. 6(3), pages 16-30.
    • Handle: RePEc:bhx:oijscl:v:6:y:2022:i:3:p:16-30:id:1119
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