A Systematic Review of Firm Sustainability Metrics: Analytical Approaches to Performance and Impact Assessment
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https://doi.org/10.18502/kss.v10i13.18945Keywords:
firm sustainability, sustainability metrics, systematic literature reviewAbstract
This study aims to identify key factors that influence firm sustainability, examining their impacts and other related relationships. Using a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach, the research seeks to determine the most effective sustainability metrics applicable across various industrial sectors and to evaluate their impact on firm sustainability. The review was conducted using articles sourced from the Scopus database, selected based on predetermined criteria. Following a screening process, 20 relevant articles were selected and analyzed in detail, considering elements such as research type, year of publication, methodologies, and key findings. The findings indicate that both internal and external organizational factors can influence firm sustainability. This study contributes to the growing body of knowledge on sustainability by offering insights into effective metrics and framework. It is also intended to support companies in developing strategies to enhance long-term sustainability while enriching the theoretical understanding of sustainability in organizational contexts.
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