Green Performance: Critical factors from Malaysian electrical and electronics suppliers

Mohd Rizaimy Shaharudin; Saiful Azmir Kasdi Abd Rahim; Amir Imran Zainoddin; Noor Jasmina Natasha Ahmad Yazid

doi:10.21834/e-bpj.v9iSI17.5978

Authors

Mohd Rizaimy Shaharudin Smart Manufacturing Research Institute (SMRI), School of Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering, Universiti Teknologi Mara, Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia
Saiful Azmir Kasdi Abd Rahim Faculty of Business and Management, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Puncak Alam, Selangor, Malaysia
Amir Imran Zainoddin Faculty of Business and Management, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Segamat Johor Darul Takzim, Malaysia
Noor Jasmina Natasha Ahmad Yazid Faculty of Business and Management, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Puncak Alam, Selangor, Malaysia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v9iSI17.5978

Keywords:

Electronic, Environmental, Green, Performance, Supplier

Abstract

The objective of the study is to identify critical factors influencing suppliers' environmental performance. Employing survey methodologies, a cross-sectional study was conducted, analysing 110 completed survey questionnaires from electrical and electronic suppliers. The findings revealed that suppliers' green performance is significantly influenced by quality practices, technical competence, a green image, and environmental management, although not by pollution control. In light of the growing importance of environmental achievements for market competitiveness, these results offer valuable insights for manufacturers seeking to enhance suppliers' green performance. Future studies should explore additional crucial factors impacting suppliers' environmental accomplishments.

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