Identifying the Dimensions and Components of the Sustainability Evaluation Model for LARG Supply Chains Using the Grounded Theory Approach

The objective of this study was to identify and conceptualize the dimensions and components of a sustainability evaluation model for LARG (Lean, Agile, Resilient, Green) supply chains using the grounded theory approach. This qualitative study employed an article-based grounded theory methodology. First, a systematic review of academic literature, including peer-reviewed articles, books, and reports, was conducted to extract key indicators relevant to LARG supply chain sustainability. These indicators served as the initial open codes. The data were then analyzed using Strauss and Corbin's coding paradigm through open, axial, and selective coding stages. MAXQDA software facilitated the categorization, integration, and validation of codes. The analysis led to the identification of six main categories: production management (causal condition), market management (central phenomenon), customer relationship management (intervening condition), lean and agile performance (context), resilience (strategy), and green performance (outcome). The grounded theory model revealed a processual and interactive relationship among these dimensions, highlighting resilience as a central strategic axis that bridges operational capabilities and sustainability outcomes in LARG supply chains. The study offers a comprehensive and empirically grounded model for evaluating sustainability in LARG supply chains by integrating key dimensions from lean, agile, resilient, and green paradigms. The findings underscore the importance of systemic integration rather than isolated application of LARG strategies, providing a practical and theoretical foundation for designing sustainable, responsive, and adaptive supply chain systems. The objective of this study was to identify and conceptualize the dimensions and components of a sustainability evaluation model for LARG (Lean, Agile, Resilient, Green) supply chains using the grounded theory approach. This qualitative study employed an article-based grounded theory methodology. First, a systematic review of academic literature, including peer-reviewed articles, books, and reports, was conducted to extract key indicators relevant to LARG supply chain sustainability. These indicators served as the initial open codes. The data were then analyzed using Strauss and Corbin's coding paradigm through open, axial, and selective coding stages. MAXQDA software facilitated the categorization, integration, and validation of codes. The analysis led to the identification of six main categories: production management (causal condition), market management (central phenomenon), customer relationship management (intervening condition), lean and agile performance (context), resilience (strategy), and green performance (outcome). The grounded theory model revealed a processual and interactive relationship among these dimensions, highlighting resilience as a central strategic axis that bridges operational capabilities and sustainability outcomes in LARG supply chains. The study offers a comprehensive and empirically grounded model for evaluating sustainability in LARG supply chains by integrating key dimensions from lean, agile, resilient, and green paradigms. The findings underscore the importance of systemic integration rather than isolated application of LARG strategies, providing a practical and theoretical foundation for designing sustainable, responsive, and adaptive supply chain systems.

کلیدواژه ها:

LARG supply chain ، sustainability evaluation ، grounded theory ، resilience strategy ، supply chain performance