Analyzing enablers of artificial intelligence for decarbonization: implications for circular supply chains

Srivastava, Shefali, Shardeo, Vipulesh, Dwivedi, Ashish and Paul, Sanjoy Kumar (2025) Analyzing enablers of artificial intelligence for decarbonization: implications for circular supply chains. Annals of Operations Research. ISSN 1572-9338

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Abstract

This study comprehensively explores the pivotal position that Artificial Intelligence (AI) enables on the advancement of decarbonization efforts, mainly in the context of Circular Supply Chains (CSCs). Employing a two-stage methodology, this study delves into identifying and analyzing the enablers essential for leveraging AI in the pursuit of decarbonization objectives. In the first stage, a literature review and an exploratory factor analysis are performed to discern the key enablers of AI for decarbonization initiatives. This process resulted in the identification of 15 significant enablers and categorization of enablers into environmental, organizational, institutional, and technological categories. Building upon the findings from the first stage, this study progresses to its second stage, wherein the Grey-Ordinal Priority Approach (G-OPA) is applied to analyze the identified enablers. The results indicate that adopting recyclable materials to enhance the efficiency of supply chains, emphasizing local production for recovery practices through advanced technology, and managing product life-cycle through intelligent and additive manufacturing technologies are the top three enablers. The application of the G-OPA enriches the robustness and comprehensiveness of the analysis, enabling an understanding of the complex interplay among the enablers. By clarifying the key enablers, business planners and designers can migrate from traditional linear supply chains to more sustainable CSCs through the careful implementation of enablers for decarbonization.

Item Type: Article
Subjects: Social Sciences and humanities > Business, Management and Accounting > Business and International Management
Social Sciences and humanities > Business, Management and Accounting > General Management
Physical, Life and Health Sciences > Computer Science
Physical, Life and Health Sciences > Environmental Science, Policy and Law
JGU School/Centre: Jindal Global Business School
Depositing User: Mr. Gautam Kumar
Date Deposited: 23 Oct 2025 11:39
Last Modified: 23 Oct 2025 11:39
Official URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10479-025-06843-x
URI: https://pure.jgu.edu.in/id/eprint/10285

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