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Navigating Sustainable Supply Chain Management in the Perfume Industry: Challenges and Solutions

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  • Reham Alhindawi

    (Mechanical and Industrial Engineering Department, College of Engineering, Abu Dhabi University, Abu Dhabi 59911, United Arab Emirates)

  • Yousef Abu Nahleh

    (Industrial Engineering Technology, Higher Colleges of Technology, University City, Sharjah 7947, United Arab Emirates)

  • Arun Kumar

    (School of Engineering, RMIT University, Melbourne, VIC 3000, Australia)

Abstract

The perfume industry faces significant challenges in integrating sustainable supply chain management (SSCM) practices due to its fragmentation and the need for coordination among diverse stakeholders. This study explores these challenges and identifies potential solutions through a comprehensive literature review, a case study, and interviews with industry professionals. Findings highlight the complexity of SSCM, emphasizing the integration of environmental, social, and economic considerations. Key challenges include high implementation costs, lack of stakeholder awareness, and inadequate regulatory frameworks. Economically, the primary issue is balancing SSCM investments with short-term benefits. Socially, effective communication between stakeholders is critical, while environmentally, reducing carbon footprints and waste, particularly in transportation, is essential. The research underscores the need for a long-term vision and collaboration to successfully implement SSCM practices in the perfume industry.

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  • Reham Alhindawi & Yousef Abu Nahleh & Arun Kumar, 2025. "Navigating Sustainable Supply Chain Management in the Perfume Industry: Challenges and Solutions," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 17(2), pages 1-30, January.
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