Addressing Human Resource Challenges in the Logistics and Supply Chain Management Industry: Impediments on the Path to Achieving Sustainability

Abstract

Purpose: This study aims to understand how nations are adapting their logistics frameworks to enhance efficiency amid globalization and what challenges are faced by them.
Methodology: A comprehensive search utilizing electronic databases like Scopus and Google Scholar, employed keywords (National Logistic Policy, HR Challenges, SCM & Talent Management). The search was confined to studies published from 2001 to 2023.
Findings: Globalization drives nations to formulate logistics policies, as seen in India’s initiative to boost competitiveness and sustainability. However, a key finding underscores the oversight of human and behavioral aspects in policy implementation. Logistics sector is marked with Talent Shortage on account of talent attraction and high attrition.
Limitations: While comprehensive, this study’s scope is limited to only Scopus and google scholar.
Practical Implications: Policymakers and practitioners can leverage insights to address both hard and soft wiring components, ensuring the resilience of logistics systems in a globalized context.
Originality/Value: This research enriches the existing body of knowledge by addressing the often-overlooked human aspect in logistics system development, providing practical insights for global frameworks.