Impact of supply chain integration on halal food supply chain integrity and food quality performance
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-1-2022
Abstract
Purpose: The current complex halal food supply chain (SC) has caused food scandals, which have illustrated the weakness of multiple food quality standards and certification and audits in ensuring food safety. Drawn on the resource-based view (RBV) theory, the purpose of this study is to explore the impacts of SC integration (SCI) on halal food SC integrity and, consequently, food quality. Design/methodology/approach: Empirical data were collected from 275 halal-certified food companies in Malaysia and analysed using structural equation modelling – SmartPLS3.0. Findings: The results confirmed that SCI, including internal, supplier and customer integrations, has significant effects on the dimensions of the halal food SC integrity which, in turn, lead to halal food safety and quality. Practical implications: The importance of SCI in halal food SC is highlighted in this study. The impact of SCI is contexted in halal food SC integrity and food quality. Therefore, it provides a clear understanding to managers of SC applicability in the halal food industry. Originality/value: Based on the RBV theory, this study contributes to the limited body of research of the relationships among SCI from the context of the halal industry with a specific focus on food supply chain integrity and food quality. © 2021, Emerald Publishing Limited.
Keywords
Food quality, Supply chain integration, Food integrity, Halal food, Food safety
Divisions
Faculty_of_Business_and_Accountancy
Funders
None
Publication Title
Journal of Islamic Marketing
Volume
13
Issue
7
Publisher
Emerald Group Holdings Ltd.