Business models in the circular economy and the enabling role of supply chains

Luciano Batista; Michael Bourlakis; Palie Smart; Roger Maull

doi:10.1007/978-3-319-93212-5_7

Business models in the circular economy and the enabling role of supply chains

Luciano Batista^*
, Michael Bourlakis
, Palie Smart
, Roger Maull

^*Corresponding author for this work

Brunel University
Cranfield University
Cranfield School of Management
University of Bristol
University of Surrey Business School

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Abstract

Despite the growing recognition of the benefits promoted by new business initiatives in the circular economy, little is currently understood about the eco-innovative features of the new business models in this context and the enabling role of ‘circular’ supply chains supporting such models. This chapter offers theoretical propositions that describe fundamental features of a circular supply chain archetype in terms of scope, focus and impact. Novel insights lead to a formal definition of circular supply chain and a more coherent foundation for future inquiry and practice. A discussion of key ‘circularity’ aspects of business models provides a practical illustration of both the theoretical concepts addressed in the chapter and real-life business examples of circular economy praxis.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	Operations Management and Sustainability
Subtitle of host publication	New Research Perspectives
Editors	Luitzen de Boer, Poul Andersen
Place of Publication	London
Publisher	Palgrave Macmillan
Chapter	7
Pages	105-134
Number of pages	30
ISBN (Electronic)	978-3-319-93212-5
ISBN (Print)	978-3-319-93211-8
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-93212-5_7
Publication status	Published - 1 Sept 2019

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth
SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production
SDG 13 Climate Action

Keywords

Circular economy
Circular supply chains
Restorative capabilities

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Operations Management and Sustainability: New Research Perspectives. ed. / Luitzen de Boer; Poul Andersen. London: Palgrave Macmillan, 2019. p. 105-134.

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