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Supply chain integration under chaotic conditions: not-for-profit food distribution

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  • Paul D. Larson
  • Ron McLachlin

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This article describes and discusses unique supply chain integration challenges faced by not-for-profit (NFP) organisations, as opposed to for-profit businesses. In addition, the article covers possible transfer of 'best-practices' from business logistics/supply chain management (SCM) to the NFP sector. Using mostly qualitative methods, the study focuses on Winnipeg Harvest, a NFP organisation that provides food to people struggling to feed themselves and their families. Unlike businesses, NFP organisations rely on volunteer labour and they target social (rather than economic) objectives. They also work with and serve a wider range of stakeholders compared to the for-profit sector. This article is among very few to focus on unique supply chain/logistics challenges of the NFP sector. Its value is in inspiring additional research in NFP logistics. Furthermore, and more importantly, it might help NFP organisations serve more people in need – and serve them better.

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  • Paul D. Larson & Ron McLachlin, 2011. "Supply chain integration under chaotic conditions: not-for-profit food distribution," International Journal of Procurement Management, Inderscience Enterprises Ltd, vol. 4(3), pages 315-322.
    • Handle: RePEc:ids:ijpman:v:4:y:2011:i:3:p:315-322
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    1. Pilar González-Torre & Jorge Coque, 2016. "How is a food bank managed? Different profiles in Spain," Agriculture and Human Values, Springer;The Agriculture, Food, & Human Values Society (AFHVS), vol. 33(1), pages 89-100, March.

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