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Supply chain management (SCM) framework for small and medium manufacturing enterprises (SMEs) in Ghana

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  • Mitchell Dodzi Morvey

    (Durban University of Technology, South Africa)

  • Lawrence Mpele Lekhanya

    (Durban University of Technology, South Africa)

  • Eric Kofi Boadi

    (Koforidua Technical University, Ghana)

Abstract

Efficient supply chain management is essential for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Ghana to guarantee a dependable flow of products and services, sustain competitiveness, and promote growth and job creation. The objective of this study is to analyse the current supply chain models utilised by manufacturing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Ghana. Additionally, it intends to propose a prototype model that will aid manufacturing SMEs in achieving sustainability, growth, and future expansion in Ghana and other regions. The Conceptual framework was developed by examining variables identified in the existing literature on supplier management practices in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as well as inventory management approaches that are relevant to SMEs. A structured questionnaire was employed to collect data from the main source. This study employs a mixed method approach, which includes the participation of 363 respondents. Interviews and surveys were carried out with small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) owners and managers. The data was analysed using the SPSS (v 27.0) computer application, which involved both inferential and descriptive statistical analysis. The findings revealed essential components of the prototype, such as the implementation of supply management (SM), proficient information management (IM), streamlined distribution strategies, and strong marketing and sales strategies, in addition to customer relationship management (CRM) and effective post-sales services. Implementing these supply chain management (SCM) principles effectively can guarantee the sustainability, growth, employment generation, and overall performance of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Ghana.

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  • Mitchell Dodzi Morvey & Lawrence Mpele Lekhanya & Eric Kofi Boadi, 2024. "Supply chain management (SCM) framework for small and medium manufacturing enterprises (SMEs) in Ghana," International Journal of Business Ecosystem & Strategy (2687-2293), Bussecon International Academy, vol. 6(2), pages 01-12, April.
    • Handle: RePEc:adi:ijbess:v:6:y:2024:i:2:p:01-12
    DOI: 10.36096/ijbes.v6i2.528
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