Authors : Ajibodu Busayo; Ajibodu Franklin

Volume/Issue : Volume 11 - 2026, Issue 5 - May

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/26May1206

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Abstract : Sustainable Supply Chain Management (SSCM) has emerged as a critical strategic framework for organizations seeking to balance economic performance with environmental and social responsibility. However, adoption rates in emerging economies, particularly Nigeria, remain significantly below global averages. This paper investigates one of the most persistent yet under-researched barriers to SSCM implementation: the challenges associated with Information Technology (IT) infrastructure acquisition. Through a systematic review of existing literature and analysis of recent empirical studies, this paper identifies five primary challenge categories: foreign exchange volatility and import dependency, power infrastructure deficits, connectivity gaps in last-mile logistics, maintenance ecosystem weaknesses, and regulatory-policy uncertainty. The paper argues that SSCM adoption cannot succeed without addressing these foundational acquisition barriers. Drawing on technology-organization-environment (TOE) framework and resource-based view (RBV) theory, this paper proposes a multi-stakeholder framework for overcoming acquisition challenges. Recommendations focus on financial innovation, public-private infrastructure partnerships, localized technology adaptation, and regulatory harmonization. The findings have implications for policymakers, supply chain practitioners, and international development partners seeking to advance sustainable supply chain practices in resource-constrained environments.

Keywords : Sustainable Supply Chain Management, IT Infrastructure Acquisition, Nigeria, Emerging Economies, Digital Transformation, Technology Adoption Barriers.

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