About the Journal

Aims and Scope

The journal aims to promote rigorous academic research that is grounded in strategic perspectives, while also maintaining strong relevance to industry practice. It seeks to bridge the gap between theory and application by publishing work that offers actionable insights into how organisations can align supply chain and operations strategies with broader corporate objectives in dynamic and complex environments. IJSSCOM welcomes original empirical studies, conceptual and theoretical contributions, case analyses, and review papers that advance understanding of strategic decision-making in supply chains and operations systems. The scope of the journal is intentionally focused and includes, but is not limited to:

Strategic supply chain design, integration, and alignment

Operations strategy and competitive positioning

Supply chain and operations performance measurement and optimisation

Strategic capacity planning and resource allocation

Supply chain resilience and risk management strategies

Digital transformation in supply chain and operations strategy

Strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management

Sustainable and circular supply chain strategies

Process innovation and operational excellence

Global supply chain strategy in emerging and developed markets

The journal is committed to maintaining the highest standards of academic integrity and ethical publishing, in line with internationally recognised principles. All submissions undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review process to ensure originality, methodological soundness, and strategic relevance.

Publisher Statement
This journal is published by the Global Centre for Strategic Supply Chain and Operations Management, located in Bilston, United Kingdom. The publisher is dedicated to advancing knowledge and practice in the fields of strategic supply chain and operations management through high-quality, peer-reviewed research.
The Global Centre for Strategic Supply Chain and Operations Management upholds rigorous academic and ethical standards in all aspects of publishing, including editorial independence, transparency, and integrity. All submissions undergo a thorough review process to ensure originality, relevance, and scholarly contribution.
The publisher is committed to promoting innovation, collaboration, and the dissemination of knowledge to academics, practitioners, and policymakers worldwide.