The influence of human resource management practices on capacity of logistic and supply chain in Vietnam


Authors

  • Nguyen Thi Minh Nhan Thuongmai University
  • Nguyen Thi Bich Loan Thuongmai University
DOI: https://doi.org/10.57110/vnu-jeb.v5i3.474

Keywords:

Human resource management practices, capacity of logistic, supply chain, Vietnamese logistics enterprises

Abstract

Vietnam's logistics and supply chain market is developing rapidly and has a high level of competition. However, the development has not yet met expectations for many reasons. In particular, the lack of logistics human resources and capacity of logistics and supply chain are identified as main reasons. From the results of a survey of 225 logistics service providers in Vietnam conducted in 2024, the study shows that: L&SC capacity (including capacity: positioning, distribution support and flexibility) is positively and significantly related to recruitment, training and development, performance management and remuneration management of Vietnamese logistics enterprises (LSPs); the larger the scale of the enterprise and the longer the operating time, the more LSPs increase their L&SC capacity. At the same time, the research team also proposed implications for human resource management practices at Vietnamese LSPs, creating momentum to improve capacity and enhance the competitiveness of Vietnamese LSPs in the coming time.

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Nguyen Thi Minh Nhan, & Nguyen Thi Bich Loan. (2025). The influence of human resource management practices on capacity of logistic and supply chain in Vietnam. VNU JOURNAL OF ECONOMICS AND BUSINESS, 5(3), 40. https://doi.org/10.57110/vnu-jeb.v5i3.474

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