Enhancing green supply chain adoption through digitalisation, risk management, and blockchain integration

Abstract

This study examines how supply chain digitalization, supply chain disruption, risk management, and blockchain technology influence green supply chain adoption. Based on Dynamic Capability Theory, an integrated framework is developed to investigate the direct effects of digitalization and disruption on green supply chain practices and the moderating roles of risk management and blockchain. Data were collected from companies in Iran’s new technology sectors, including electronic components, hardware, software, and network equipment industries. Using purposive sampling, 368 eligible firms were identified, and 179 organizations participated. Among 1,267 invited managers, 506 valid responses were obtained, representing a response rate of 39.93%. The measurement items were adapted from previous studies and evaluated using a five-point Likert scale. Hypotheses were tested through hierarchical regression analysis in SPSS. The findings show that supply chain digitalization positively influences green supply chain adoption, while supply chain disruption negatively affects sustainability outcomes. Risk management strengthens the positive effects of digitalization and reduces the negative impacts of disruptions. Furthermore, blockchain technology enhances green supply chain practices by improving transparency, traceability, and information reliability. This study contributes to the literature by integrating digital transformation, risk management, and blockchain technology, while providing managerial insights for improving environmental performance through digital strategies.