The Influence of implementing sustainable procurement on enhancing the reputation of rural district councils in Zimbabwe
- Author
- Mudehwe, Vimbiso F.
- Title
- The Influence of implementing sustainable procurement on enhancing the reputation of rural district councils in Zimbabwe
- Abstract
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This study explores the role sustainable procurement plays in enhancing organizational reputation within some rural district councils in Zimbabwe. The purpose was to understand the impact of socially, environmentally, and economically responsible procurement practices on the reputations of Rural District Councils (RDCs) in Zimbabwe. It also aimed to discover how each practice affected Zimbabwe's perception of RDCs. RDCs are purchasing products from suppliers at incredibly low prices but failing to make timely payments. As a result, they receive substandard products and services that harm both the community and environment. Inadequate road maintenance, inconsistent water supply due to aging pipes, unfinished electrification projects ongoing for years, and slow public service response have all damaged their reputation. This mixed methods study, which included a questionnaire, had 50 participants. The study found all respondents were literate. The participants demonstrated industry knowledge as most had six or more years of experience. However, other research revealed RDCs were not fully utilizing sustainable procurement, harming their reputation. Most respondents claimed Mutasa Rural District Council (MRDC) employed sustainable buying criteria. When MRDC failed to pay suppliers on time however, suppliers had to raise prices or offer substandard products and services. The study suggests MRDC should pay suppliers timely to fully benefit. The researcher proposes additional sustainable procurement research given its status as a global concern. Further research is needed to determine advantages for procurement effectiveness and customer satisfaction. This will help close any gaps in sustainable procurement use within the business sector.
- Date
- 2024
- Publisher
- BUSE
- Keywords
- procurement
- rural district councils
- Supervisor
- N/A
- Item sets
- Department of Economics
- Media
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MUDEHWE VIMBISO FAITH