Benefits of government green procurement involvement among small and medium enterprises (SMEs) government suppliers

Ismail, Suhaiza and Masron, Nurin Athilah and Zainol, Zaini (2025) Benefits of government green procurement involvement among small and medium enterprises (SMEs) government suppliers. Asian Journal of Business and Accounting, 18 (1). pp. 41-70. ISSN 1985-4064 E-ISSN 2180-3137

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Abstract

Research aims: The aims of this paper are two-fold. First, it aims to investigate the important benefits of government green procurement (GGP) involvement by small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Second, it intends to examine the differences between the small and medium sized groups in relation to the benefits. Design/Methodology/Approach: The study uses a questionnaire survey on 126 respondents who are working with SMEs that are holding the MyHIJAU status. Using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS), the descriptive analysis and t-test were conducted. Research findings: The top five most important benefits of GGP involvement as perceived by the overall SMEs are ‘reduced environmental problems’, ‘improved supplier’s image’, ‘meeting environmental protection goals and targets’, ‘improved compliance of government environmental protection regulations’ and ‘contribution to the competitiveness of local industry’. In addition, there is no statistically significant difference between the small and medium enterprise groups in relation to importance of all the benefits. Theoretical contribution/Originality: This study provides valuable insights into benefits gained from SMEs’ involvement in GGP which ultimately ensures their sustainability

Item Type:	Article (Journal)
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Benefits, Government Green Procurement, MyHIJAU, Sustainable Procurement, Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)
Subjects:	H Social Sciences > H Social Sciences (General)
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Economics and Management Sciences > Department of Accounting Kulliyyah of Economics and Management Sciences
Depositing User:	Prof. Dr. Suhaiza Ismail
Date Deposited:	01 Jul 2025 09:49
Last Modified:	01 Jul 2025 09:49
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/121759

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