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JEL Classification:<\/strong> M11; Q01; L91<\/td>\nDOI<\/b>: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.31521\/modecon.V52(2025)-20<\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Felix Amoako Offei, <\/b>PhD Student, Academic and Research Institute of Business, Economics and Management, Sumy State University, Sumy, Ukraine<\/span><\/p>\n

ORCID ID:<\/strong> 0000-0003-3458-5185<\/span><\/a>
\ne-mail: <\/strong>f.amoako@aspd.sumdu.edu.ua<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Irene Aikins, <\/b>PhD Student, Academic and Research Institute of Business, Economics and Management, Sumy State University, Sumy, Ukraine<\/span><\/p>\n

ORCID ID:<\/strong> 0009-0008-9826-7868<\/span><\/a>
\ne-mail: <\/strong>i.aikins@aspd.sumdu.edu.ua<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Nataliia Letunovska, <\/b>Doctor of Economics, Associate Professor, Associate Professor of the Department of Marketing, Sumy State University, Sumy, Ukraine<\/span><\/p>\n

ORCID ID:<\/strong> 0000-0001-8207-9178<\/span><\/a>
\ne-mail: <\/strong>n.letunovska@kmm.sumdu.edu.ua<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Yevheniia Ziabina, <\/b>PhD in Economics, Senior Lecturer of the Department of Marketing, Sumy State University, Sumy, Ukraine<\/span><\/p>\n

ORCID ID:<\/strong> 0000-0003-0832-7932<\/span><\/a>
\ne-mail: <\/strong>e.ziabina@biem.sumdu.edu.ua<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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Business-Oriented Approaches to Green Supply Chain Management: Enhancing Healthcare Delivery Through Sustainable Procurement<\/b><\/h2>\n

Abstract. Introduction<\/i><\/b>.\u00a0<\/span><\/i>Sustainable procurement is a key element of green supply chain management, particularly in the healthcare industry, where purchasing decisions impact service quality, operating costs, and environmental outcomes. Integrating environmental, economic, social, and ethical considerations into procurement processes can enhance both operational efficiency and long-term sustainability. In the context of Ghana, understanding the role of sustainable procurement in healthcare delivery is essential for improving hospital performance and community well-being.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

Purpose. <\/i><\/b>This study aims to explore how sustainable procurement practices influence healthcare delivery at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital in Ghana, focusing on environmental, economic, social, and ethical dimensions.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

Results. <\/i><\/b>A mixed-methods approach was employed, collecting data from 57 internal staff members and suppliers through structured questionnaires. Analysis using descriptive and statistical methods revealed that sustainable procurement practices significantly improve operational performance, including cost efficiency and reduced operational expenses, strengthened supplier relationships and open promotion of suppliers, reduced environmental waste through initiatives such as waste segregation, compliance with environmental and social standards, and equitable labor practices and ethical procurement decisions. Despite these advantages, several barriers were reported, including limited funding, low staff awareness or engagement, and weak infrastructure, which hinder full implementation of sustainable procurement practices.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

Conclusions. <\/i><\/b>Integrating sustainable procurement into healthcare supply chains can enhance hospital performance, strengthen community confidence, and reduce environmental harm in Ghana. The study recommends improving internal communication, providing continuous staff training, adopting digital monitoring systems, and establishing stronger policy frameworks to encourage wider adoption. Green supply chain management can serve as a strategic driver for transforming healthcare delivery, promoting fairness, long-term resilience, and ecological balance, thereby preparing the healthcare system to respond more effectively to current and future challenges.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

Keywords: <\/b>sustainable development; logistics; healthcare system; environmental sustainability; social and economic sustainability.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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