Home⇛Journal of Interdisciplinary Perspectives⇛vol. 3 no. 9 (2025)

Green Supply Chains and Business Sustainability: Evidence from Dumaguete Restaurants

Mesarie Q. Silva

Discipline: business and management (non-specific)

 

Abstract:

Amidst increasing global demand for sustainability, particularly in resource-intensive sectors like restaurants, understanding the practical impact of Green Supply Chain Management (GSCM) remains crucial. While international studies highlight GSCM's importance, there is a notable scarcity of localized research specifically examining its impact on restaurants in Dumaguete City. This study assessed the effects of GSCM on the business performance and sustainability of selected restaurants in Dumaguete City. Employing a quantitative survey of 40 restaurant leaders, the research examined demographic profiles, GSCM awareness, and implementation. Findings indicated high awareness across GSCM components, with strong implementation in waste reduction and green design, but partial implementation in recycled energy. A summative assessment revealed that GSCM significantly enhanced business performance, demonstrating substantial improvements in productivity, notable cost reduction, an elevated brand image, and a strengthened competitive advantage. Similarly, GSCM positively impacted sustainability, particularly environmental and social aspects, though economic sustainability showed lower agreement. Statistical analysis, utilizing tools such as correlation analysis, revealed a moderate positive correlation between GSCM implementation and business performance, and a strong positive correlation between GSCM and sustainability, as well as between business performance and sustainability. GSCM awareness was uniform across organizational positions. The study concludes that GSCM is crucial for enhancing both business and sustainability outcomes, highlighting the need to address implementation gaps, especially in energy recycling. Future research should investigate the financial implications of GSCM, implementation barriers, and the mechanisms driving sustainability and organizational success.



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