The Effects of sustainable procurement practices on organisational performance: a case of Tsetse control division
- Author
- Changachirere, Tinotenda C.
- Title
- The Effects of sustainable procurement practices on organisational performance: a case of Tsetse control division
- Abstract
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This study has analysed the effects of sustainable procurement practices on organisational performance. The main objective of the study was to determine the effects of sustainable procurement practices on brand image, operation costs and competitiveness in the Tsetse Control Division. A mixed method approach was used and a sample size of 24 was used. Interviews were conducted, data was collected and presented using tables, charts and graphs, and analyzed. Finally, recommendations were made based on the results. Ethical considerations were adhered to, such that the research was for academic purpose only and confidentiality was maintained. The findings of the study were that there is no significant difference between private and public organizations in terms of organizational performance. There is weak knowledge on sustainable procurement practices and lack of top management support in implementation. The study concluded that lack of full adoption of procurement profession at institutional levels significantly contributed to sustainable procurement malpractices. The alignment therefore, seeks to promote sustainability through achieving value for money, competitiveness and brand image. The study recommended that it is essential that organizations begin to regard sustainable procurement as a strategic value, and that sustainable procurement not only changes the organizations ' future but also has positive effects on the environment, on industry and on culture as a whole.
- Date
- June 2023
- Publisher
- BUSE
- Keywords
- Sustainable procurement practices
- Supervisor
- Dr. Nkala
- Item sets
- Department of Economics