Enhanced Agility in the China-ASEAN Agricultural Product Supply Chain: A Comprehensive Analysis

Abstract

This study intends to investigate the dynamics of supply chain agility in China-ASEAN's agricultural product sector. This research aims to identify the key factors that explain the agility of supply chains and how they adapt to rapidly changing economic and technical environments. The research adopts a comprehensive approach by incorporating both qualitative and quantitative methodologies, which involve conducting interviews with key stakeholders and administering a comprehensive questionnaire survey. The sample encompasses a cohort of participants who belong to various organizational levels, locations, and areas within the China-ASEAN agricultural product supply chain. The study utilizes a combination of qualitative indicators and statistical data, enabling a more robust examination of the mechanisms employed to ensure agility in these supply chains. The results of this study underline the central function of customer demand, process transformation, cooperation among partners and resources sharing in imposing flexibility on the supply chains. This study also researches the role of environmental uncertainty in these relationships. The China-ASEAN context-specificity of the research, on the other hand, allows consideration of the regional supply chains based on the identified issues and limitations on the applicability outside the region. This research holds significance in the context of supply chain management literature due to its practical implications for enhancing agility in agricultural products supply chains and identifying potential areas for future research. This is particularly relevant in light of global challenges and advancements in technology.