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المجلة الدولية لنشر البحوث والدراسات
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The Impact of the Covid-19 Pandemic on Supply Chains (an Applied Study on the Industrial Sector in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia - the Packaging Sector)

By: Dr. Abdulrahman Mesfer Aljuaid (1), Dr. Mohamed Anas Shamsy (2), Dr. Abhijit Ghosh (3)

DBA in Business Administration, College of Business Administration, University of Lincoln, Malaysia (1,3)
Ph.D. in Business Administration, University of Bourgogne, Dijon, France (2)


Abstract:

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound and ongoing impact on supply chains, affecting various aspects such as restrictions on movement, transportation methods, and the challenges of producing goods and services due to the virus's impact on human resources. Addressing these supply chain disruptions is crucial to ensure the smooth operation of global supply chains, supporting societies and commerce. Hence, the current study aims to examine the influence of the pandemic on raw materials in packaging plants in KSA and shed light on its impact on supply chains in those facilities, specifically the availability of spare parts. The study holds significance from both theoretical and practical perspectives. Theoretical importance lies in contributing to existing research by exploring the variables and their interrelationships, highlighting the significance of the selected sample, and paving the way for future related studies. On the practical side, the study's findings are valuable for developing strategies and solutions to prevent similar disruptions in the future. The study concludes that the COVID-19 pandemic has prompted companies to embrace a technology-driven work culture, optimize resource utilization, and expand the adoption of remote work practices. Additionally, the focus is on fostering mutually beneficial relationships with suppliers, ensuring flexible production and supply processes, incorporating local and international specifications into products, accommodating customer preferences, and striving to deliver high-quality and efficient products that meet customer demands.


Keywords:

COVID-19 Pandemic, Supply Chains, Raw Materials, Packaging Plants, Future Research, Strategies.

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About the Authors

DBA in Business Administration, College of Business Administration, University of Lincoln, Malaysia (1,3)
Ph.D. in Business Administration, University of Bourgogne, Dijon, France (2)

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