INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PRODUCTION ECONOMICS
Scope & Guideline
Elevating Knowledge in Production Economics Since 1991
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Production and Operations Management:
Research in this area examines efficient production processes, operational strategies, and decision-making frameworks that enhance productivity and responsiveness in manufacturing and service industries. - Sustainability and Green Supply Chains:
This theme explores the integration of sustainable practices within supply chains, assessing environmental impacts, and promoting circular economy principles. - Digital Transformation and Industry 4.0:
The journal emphasizes the role of digital technologies such as IoT, AI, and big data analytics in transforming production and supply chain processes to improve performance and resilience. - Risk Management and Resilience:
Research on identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks within supply chains, especially in the context of disruptions caused by external factors such as pandemics or natural disasters. - Collaborative and Cooperative Strategies:
Studies focus on the dynamics of collaboration among supply chain partners, including buyer-supplier relationships, joint decision-making, and competitive strategies. - Financial Optimization in Supply Chains:
Research that addresses financial aspects of supply chains, including cost management, pricing strategies, and investment decisions to optimize performance.
Trending and Emerging
- Sustainable and Circular Economy Practices:
An increasing number of studies emphasize sustainable practices and circular economy models, highlighting their importance in modern supply chain management. - Digital Innovations and Smart Manufacturing:
There is a growing focus on the integration of digital technologies such as AI, machine learning, and IoT in enhancing manufacturing processes and supply chain efficiency. - Data-Driven Decision Making:
Research is trending towards utilizing big data analytics and machine learning for predictive insights and optimization in supply chain operations. - Resilience and Risk Mitigation Strategies:
The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated interest in resilience strategies within supply chains, focusing on the ability to adapt to disruptions and maintain operational continuity. - Collaborative Supply Chain Networks:
Emerging themes highlight the importance of collaboration among supply chain partners, including joint ventures and strategic alliances to achieve shared goals.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Manufacturing Techniques:
There has been a noticeable reduction in studies focused solely on conventional manufacturing methods, as the industry increasingly emphasizes the adoption of advanced technologies and digital solutions. - Single-Channel Supply Chain Strategies:
Research specifically targeting traditional single-channel supply chain strategies has decreased, likely due to the rising complexity and consumer demand for multi-channel and omni-channel approaches. - Basic Inventory Management Techniques:
While foundational inventory management remains important, there is less emphasis on basic techniques as more sophisticated, data-driven approaches gain traction. - Static Supply Chain Models:
The focus on static models that do not account for dynamic market conditions and uncertainties is waning, as researchers shift towards more adaptable and responsive frameworks.
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