Title: The Role Of Sustainable Supply Chain Resilience In Management Disruptions: Lessons From Nigeria's Economy
Authors: Onuoha Chima Steve and Mbagwu Ignatius Nwabudo
Volume: 9
Issue: 5
Pages: 482-493
Publication Date: 2025/05/28
Abstract:
This study examines the critical role of supply chain resilience in managing disruptions within Nigeria's economy, utilizing a descriptive qualitative approach and relying on secondary data to investigate causes and consequences of disruptions. Databases use to collect secondary data include Google Scholar, JSTOR, EBSCO, ProQuest, ScienceDirect, Nigerian National Bureau of Statistics, Central Bank of Nigeria, Nigerian Stock Exchange, Investopedia, ResearchGate, Semantic Scholar, arXiv, DOAJ, Scopus, Web of Science, PubMed, OECD, and World Bank Open Knowledge Repository. The dynamic capabilities theory serves as the theoretical framework, providing insights into adaptive capabilities. Findings reveal that political instability, macroeconomic volatility, natural disasters, and global events contribute to disruptions, resulting in revenue losses, brand damage, and decreased customer satisfaction. To mitigate disruptions, firms can employ strategies such as conducting thorough risk assessments, implementing alternative sourcing, adopting effective inventory management, forming strategic partnerships, cultivating agility and flexibility, and integrating technology. Based on these findings, recommendations include conducting regular risk assessments, diversifying suppliers, investing in technology integration and visibility, and developing agile and flexible operations. By adopting these strategies, firms can navigate Nigeria's complex business environment, minimize disruption impacts, and ensure long-term sustainability through dynamic capabilities.