From compliance to connectivity: a conceptual framework for designing and coordinating sustainable halal food supply chain in Malaysia.

Man, Siti Mariam and ZAINUDIN, NUR FARHANI and SUBARI, KHAIRANUM (2026) From compliance to connectivity: a conceptual framework for designing and coordinating sustainable halal food supply chain in Malaysia. In: Selangor Business Review. Selangor Business Review, University Malaysia Selangor.

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Abstract

Malaysia’s halal sector has reached a critical stageof development, moving beyond traditional certification approaches towards integrated supply chain connectivity. Guided by the Halal Industry Master Plan 2030 and the New Industrial Master Plan 2030 (NIMP 2030), the industry is shifting from a narrow focus on regulatory compliance to ensuring seamless coordination across the halal value chain. In this context, halal assurance is no longer confined to compliance at individual stages of production and distribution but depends on the synchronisation of sourcing, logistics, and information flows to safeguard halal integrity from farm to fork. This transformation is driven by the Halal 2.0 paradigm, which promotes a holistic framework built upon three interconnected dimensions. The first, structural connectivity, provides the physical foundation of the halal ecosystem through dedicated halal assets, specialised logistics hubs, and certified warehousing facilities that reduce contamination risks. The second, digital-information connectivity, enhances transparency through real-time traceability systems, Internet of Things (IoT)-enabled monitoring technologies, and interoperable data-sharing mechanisms. The third, governance-relational connectivity, represents the social architecture of the ecosystem, emphasising trust-based collaboration, shared standards, and coordinated problem-solving among stakeholders. By integrating these dimensions, Malaysia is transforming halal regulatory requirements into a strategic competitive advantage. The proposed framework positions halal integrity not only as a religious obligation but also as a driver of operational resilience and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) performance. In an era of increasing global supply chain uncertainty, enhanced connectivity enables greater transparency, rapid exception management, and continuous audit readiness. Ultimately, this integrated ecosystem strengthens Malaysia’s position as a global halal leader by fostering supply chains that are compliant, digitally traceable, environmentally sustainable, and internationally competitive.

Item Type:	Book Chapter
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Halal 2.0; Connectivity design; Coordination capability; Halalan-Toyyiban sustainability; Supply chain resilience
Subjects:	BPH Islamic Economics > BPH122 Consumption. Halal issues. Specific products. Food and drink
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Economics and Management Sciences > Department of Business Administration
Depositing User:	DR SITI MARIAM MAN
Date Deposited:	26 Jul 2026 11:58
Last Update:	26 Jul 2026 11:58
Queue Number:	2026-07-Q4248
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/130179

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