Purpose: The present study proposes a model to examine the cultural fit between buyers and suppliers for establishing synergies in their processes and practices. Design/methodology/approach: This study assessed buyers' culture through the Competing Values Framework and used Quality Management...

Purpose: This paper aims to attempt to examine pressures, incentives, processes and practices used for sustainable sourcing. Further, it also proposes a framework to provide a composite method for monitoring and controlling the sustainability aspects of supply management. This would enable...