Modeling Framework for Sustained Supply Chain: A Triple Bottom Line Approach

Ecommerce and service sector growth have amplified the need for sophisticated logistical services. Set of enhanced skills and expertise are required to support these growing requirements. Organizations are connecting globally to offer uninterrupted flow of goods and services, to fulfill these requirements. To support Supply Chains requirements organizations need to be equipped with specialized freight handling systems. Growing needs entails various shipments to be handled at various locations with numerous functionalities. Triple bottom line approach has been studied in the paper with emphasis on Social, Planet and Profit as a guiding factor. A Framework of sustainability is proposed in the domain of supply chain, where service providers and receivers are - wholesalers, retailers, forward agents, warehouse controllers. All parties involved need to follow trends, strategies and global perspective by looking at the intricacies of supply chain