ESG AS AN IMPERATIVE OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AND QUALITY IN LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAINS 

 XXI međunarodna konvencija o kvalitetu JUSK ICQ – 29 – 31. maj 2025, Beograd, (132-140 str.)

 

АУТОР(И) / AUTHOR(S):  Stefan Ugrinov , Mila Kavalić , Verica Gluvakov , Sanja Stanisavljev 

 

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DOI:  10.46793/XXIJUSK-ICQ.132U

САЖЕТАК / ABSTRACT:

Sustainable development and quality in logistics and supply chains are becoming key priorities under the influence of ESG principles, which encompass environmental, social, and governance aspects of business operations. Regulations, technological innovations, and market pressures are driving companies to use ESG integration as a strategic tool for improving operational efficiency and long-term competitiveness. Implementing ESG standards requires optimizing logistics processes, responsible sourcing, and leveraging digital solutions such as blockchain technology, IoT sensors, and artificial intelligence for transparent ESG performance tracking. The main challenges include high implementation costs, the complexity of the regulatory framework, and the need for changes in business models. Governments, businesses, and consumers play crucial roles in achieving ESG goals through stricter regulations, innovative technologies, and responsible consumer practices. Organizations that successfully implement ESG strategies can enhance their market position, reduce operational risks, and increase transparency in supply chains. The further development of ESG regulations and technologies is expected to shape the future of global logistics, making sustainability an imperative for all supply chain participants

КЉУЧНЕ РЕЧИ / KEYWORDS:

ESG, sustainable logistics, supply chains, quality, technological innovations

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