Theoretical framework of agricultural precision management based on the smart supply chain: evidence from China

Liu, W., Weia, S., Wang, S. and Lim, M. K. (2022) Theoretical framework of agricultural precision management based on the smart supply chain: evidence from China. Production Planning and Control, (doi: 10.1080/09537287.2022.2088424) (Early Online Publication)

Abstract

Agricultural precision management (APM) is based on the smart supply chain (SSC) and uses relevant smart technologies to realise the smart operation of the entire life cycle of agricultural products. However, theoretical frameworks for APM to guide its practice are lacking. This study adopts the inductive multi-case study method, taking four agricultural companies from China as the research object to investigate the current situation of APM based on SSC. Through interviews and critical analysis, this study proposes a theoretical framework for APM. First, we obtain the factors influencing APM capabilities based on SSC. Second, the relationship between APM capabilities and performance is expounded. Finally, we analyse the role of agricultural policies and the rapid response of agricultural supply chains as moderators. This study provides a new theoretical reference for APM research and an important management perspective for related companies to implement APM.

• Item Type: Articles
• Additional Information: This research was funded by Major Program of the National Social Science Foundation of China (grant number No. 18ZDA060).
• Status: Early Online Publication
• Refereed: Yes
• Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: Lim, Professor Ming
• Authors: Liu, W., Weia, S., Wang, S., and Lim, M. K.
• College/School: College of Social Sciences > Adam Smith Business School > Management
• Journal Name: Production Planning and Control
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis
• ISSN: 0953-7287
• ISSN (Online): 1366-5871
• Published Online: 21 June 2022
• Copyright Holders: Copyright © 2022 Taylor and Francis
• First Published: First published in Production Planning and Control 2022
• Publisher Policy: Reproduced in accordance with the copyright policy of the publisher