The influence of reverse logistics and product value recovery on sustainable industries through circular economy practices
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.53848/jlsco.v12i2.295717Keywords:
Reverse Logistics, Used-Product Value Recovery, Circular Economy Practices, Sustainable Industry, Food IndustryAbstract
This research aimed to: 1) investigate the operational levels of reverse logistics, used-product value recovery, circular economy practices, and sustainable industry in Thailand's food manufacturing industry; and 2) examine the validity and reliability of the study constructs. This study employed a quantitative research approach. Data were collected from 400 personnel working in the food and beverage manufacturing industry in Thailand. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA). The results revealed that: 1) the operational levels of reverse logistics, used-product value recovery, circular economy practices, and sustainable industry in Thailand's food manufacturing industry were at a high level in all aspects. This indicates that food manufacturers place importance on resource management, waste reduction, and the continuous implementation of sustainable operational practices. 2) The first-order Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) model of the study constructs was consistent with the empirical data after model modification. By correlating 10 pairs of error terms, all goodness-of-fit indices satisfied the recommended evaluation criteria and were within acceptable levels. Therefore, food manufacturers should integrate reverse logistics, used-product value recovery, and circular economy practices into their operational processes to improve resource utilization, reduce waste, and support sustainable industrial development.
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