Technology adoption, global value chains and sustainability: The case of additive manufacturing

With companies like Adidas paving the way, the adoption of technologies like additive manufacturing (AM) to manage global value chains in a more sustainable way is gaining increasing attention from researchers and practitioners alike. However, despite the potential of AM to revolutionize sustainable GVC management, few studies have explored this connection in depth. To address this research gap, we present a systematic literature review examining the current state of the art on the topic. Through our systematic methodology and comprehensive analysis, we uncover the potential of AM to transform the sustainable management of GVC and identify areas for future research. Our findings not only contribute to academic understanding but also offer a valuable framework for practitioners seeking to advance sustainable GVC management through the use of AM.

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With companies like Adidas leading the way, the use of additive manufacturing (AM) to manage global value chains in a more sustainable manner is gaining attention. However, there is a lack of research exploring this connection. To fill this gap, a systematic literature review is conducted, revealing the potential of AM to transform the management of sustainable global value chains and identifying areas for future research. The findings contribute to academic understanding and provide a framework for practitioners seeking to advance sustainable value chain management through AM.