Designing an Organizational Green Chain Model Based on Intellectual Capital

Abstract

The objective of the present study is to design an organizational green chain model based on intellectual capital. The study is applied in terms of purpose, survey-based in terms of method, and qualitative in terms of research type. The statistical population includes experts and managers in Iraq’s textile industry as well as university faculty members. The sampling method is snowball sampling, and 10 experts were interviewed. The research sample was selected purposefully from among experts, based on the principle of theoretical saturation. The sampling method used in this study is theoretical and purposive. Data analysis was conducted using the thematic analysis method. The research instrument was a semi-structured interview. The study’s findings indicate that five main dimensions, along with their components, were extracted from expert interviews. These dimensions include green raw materials, green production processes, sustainable transportation, collaboration with green suppliers, and transparency in sustainable communication. This study recommends the utilization of modern technologies for data collection and analysis, which can aid in identifying strengths and weaknesses in the chain and facilitate better decision-making. The study also suggests designing systems for performance evaluation and feedback collection regarding environmental and social aspects, which can enhance collaboration with customers and suppliers and promote continuous improvement.