An Empirical Analysis of the Effect of Supply Chain Innovation on Supply Chain Resilience

In recent years, there has been a growing emphasis on the role of innovation in enhancing resilience within supply chains. Furthermore, an increased interest in innovation as a key driver of resilience can be observed in practice. Despite this increased interest, research investigating the effects of supply chain innovation (SCI) on supply chain resilience (SCR) remains limited. To address this gap, we conceptualized a theoretical framework, grounded in the dynamic capabilities view, for testing the effect of SCI on SCR. Our research model further tested whether and how environmental uncertainty (EU) and top management involvement (TMI) moderate the effect of SCI on SCR, using structural equation modelling and survey data from 212 senior managers of firms in the textile and clothing industry in China. The study's findings offer a nuanced understanding of SCR and implications regarding SCI, EU, and TMI. Implications and suggestions for further research are also provided.