Development of an Empirically Data-Based Supply Chain Management Framework for New Age Delivery Systems of Micro, Small, and Medium Scale Enterprises
| International Journal of Mechanical Engineering |
| © 2026 by SSRG - IJME Journal |
| Volume 13 Issue 1 |
| Year of Publication : 2026 |
| Authors : Mayur R. Mogre, Vinayak Dakre, Rajendra Ramchandra Chaudhari |
10.14445/23488360/IJME-V13I1P103
How to Cite?
Mayur R. Mogre, Vinayak Dakre, Rajendra Ramchandra Chaudhari, "Development of an Empirically Data-Based Supply Chain Management Framework for New Age Delivery Systems of Micro, Small, and Medium Scale Enterprises," SSRG International Journal of Mechanical Engineering, vol. 13, no. 1, pp. 38-46, 2026. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/23488360/IJME-V13I1P103
Abstract:
Indian MSMEs are struggling with a real problem: how to manage their supply chains effectively in today’s digital economy. Today, e-commerce has completely taken over business activities, where delivering products to customers’ doorsteps has become the norm. In the backdrop of the above, this investigation was carried out to delineate the critical factors that govern supply chain management in MSMEs. This data was collected from a total of 110 MSMEs of the Nagpur region, and the collected data was subjected to statistical analysis and principal factor analysis. The results of factor analysis revealed five clear patterns or factors, which explained about 60% of the variation in the data. Based on the results, five factors were identified: (1) The role of human resources in supply chain success, (2) Infrastructure and inventory management, (3) The impact of information technology, (4) Customer and supplier relationship management, and (5) Supplier selection strategies and performance benchmarking. The findings of this study provide helpful guidance for MSME owners of the Nagpur region, government policymakers, and logistics providers who want to improve their competitive position and achieve sustainable growth.
Keywords:
Supply chain management, MSME, Manufacturing sector, Empirical framework, Operational performance, Digital economy, Vidarbha region.
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