Exploring the role of additive manufacturing in the prosthetic supply chain: qualitative evidence

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dc.contributor.authorAl-Masa’fah, Wasan
dc.contributor.authorAbushaikha, Ismail
dc.contributor.authorBwaliez, Omar M.
dc.date.accessioned2024-09-16T12:31:37Z
dc.date.available2024-09-16T12:31:37Z
dc.date.freetoread2024-09-16
dc.date.issued2024
dc.date.pubOnline2024-08-26
dc.description.abstractPurpose This study aims to evaluate the enhancement in prosthetic supply chain capabilities resulting from the implementation of additive manufacturing (AM) technologies. The study presents an emerging model outlining the key areas that undergo changes when integrating 3D printing technologies into the prosthetic supply chain. Design/methodology/approach Employing a qualitative approach, data were collected through field observations and 31 in-depth interviews conducted within various Jordanian organizations associated with the prosthetic industry and 3D printing technologies. Findings The findings suggest that the adoption of 3D printing technologies improves the prosthetic supply chain’s capabilities in terms of customization, responsiveness, innovation, environmental sustainability, cost minimization and patient empowerment. The study sheds light on the specific areas affected in the prosthetic supply chain following the adoption of 3D printing technologies, emphasizing the overall improvement in supply chain capabilities within the prosthetic industry. Practical implications This study provides recommendations for governmental bodies and prosthetic organizations to maximize the benefits derived from the use of 3D printing technologies. Originality/value This study contributes as the first of its kind in exploring the impact of 3D printing technology adoption in the Jordanian prosthetic industry, elucidating the effects on the supply chain and identifying challenges for decision-makers in an emerging market context.
dc.description.journalNameThe TQM Journal
dc.identifier.citationAl-Masa’fah W, Abushaikha I, Bwaliez OM. (2024) Exploring the role of additive manufacturing in the prosthetic supply chain: qualitative evidence. The TQM Journal, Available online 26 August 2024
dc.identifier.eissn1754-274X
dc.identifier.elementsID552555
dc.identifier.issn1754-2731
dc.identifier.issueNoahead-of-print
dc.identifier.urihttps://doi.org/10.1108/tqm-02-2024-0071
dc.identifier.urihttps://dspace.lib.cranfield.ac.uk/handle/1826/22912
dc.identifier.volumeNoahead-of-print
dc.languageEnglish
dc.language.isoen
dc.publisherEmerald
dc.publisher.urihttps://www.emerald.com/insight/content/doi/10.1108/TQM-02-2024-0071/full/html
dc.rightsAttribution 4.0 Internationalen
dc.rights.urihttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
dc.subjectAdditive manufacturing
dc.subjectSupply chain
dc.subjectProstheses
dc.subjectProsthetic supply chain
dc.subject3D printing
dc.subjectJordan
dc.subject3509 Transportation, Logistics and Supply Chains
dc.subject35 Commerce, Management, Tourism and Services
dc.subjectGeneric health relevance
dc.subject9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
dc.subject12 Responsible Consumption and Production
dc.subjectBusiness & Management
dc.subject3507 Strategy, management and organisational behaviour
dc.titleExploring the role of additive manufacturing in the prosthetic supply chain: qualitative evidence
dc.typeArticle
dc.type.subtypeJournal Article
dcterms.dateAccepted2024-08-02

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