Analysis of Drivers for Implementing Traceability Capability in the Food Supply Chain

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Department of Industrial Management, Faculty of Administrative Sciences and Economics, Arak University, Arak, Iran.

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The traceability system minimizes unsafe and low-quality food products during production, processing, and distribution stages. To implement a traceability system, it is crucial to understand the drivers that enable traceability in the food supply chain. This study aims to analyze the drivers for implementing traceability capability in the food supply chain. The research method is applied in terms of purpose and survey-based in terms of data collection. The statistical sample consists of 20 food industry experts. Based on literature review and screening, 11 drivers for establishing a food traceability system were identified. A pairwise comparison questionnaire using interpretive structural modeling (ISM) was employed by the experts. To analyze the collected data, ISM was utilized to prioritize the drivers for implementing traceability capability in the food supply chain, resulting in a nine-level prioritization. In the structural model, the adoption of Industry 4.0 was identified as an influential driver, while market support and competitive advantage were highly influenced drivers. The MICMAC matrix was used to analyze the interrelationships between the drivers. Subsequently, the structural equation modeling (SEM) method using Smart PLS 3.0 software was employed to fit the obtained structure. A questionnaire containing 33 Likert scale questions was designed and completed by 170 food industry employees. The validity and reliability of the questionnaire, as well as the model fit, were confirmed. The results of this study can serve as a guideline for the sustainable implementation of the traceability system in the country's food industries.

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Supply Chain Management
Volume 26, Issue 84 - Serial Number 84
Serial number 84, Autumn 2024
December 2024
Pages 45-60

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  • Receive Date: 08 August 2024
  • Revise Date: 28 September 2024
  • Accept Date: 19 November 2024
  • Publish Date: 10 December 2024

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