Integrated Supply Chain Management Practices and Organizational Performance of Donor-Funded Projects in Kamukunji Sub County, Nairobi County.

Abstract

Integrated Supply Chain Management Practices (ISCMP) are a holistic approach of managing goods and materials thought the supply chain. The timely completion of donor-funded projects is often a critical factor and measure of project success. However, many developing countries where such projects are implemented often face delays in the delivery of these projects. Donor-funded projects have come under immense pressure from donors, who provide millions in aid and resources, to demonstrate that they are meeting their objectives in the most efficient and effective manner. The purpose of the study was to determine the influence of integrated supply chain management on organizational performance of donor-funded projects in Kamukunji Sub County, Nairobi County, Kenya. Specifically, the study sought to establish how integrated supply chain management practices were applied in Kamukunji sub county Nairobi County in donor-funded projects. To establish organizational performance of donor-funded projects in Kamukunji Sub County, Nairobi and assess the influence of integrated supply chain management practices on organizational performance of donor-funded projects in Kamukunji Sub County, Nairobi. This study utilized an explanatory research design. The study targeted a population of 200 employees from 13 donor-funded project Kamukunji Sub County, Nairobi County. The study sampled 133 respondents through stratified and simple random sampling Designs. Primary data was collected through questionnaires which were later analyzed using descriptive statistics while secondary data was collected from previous studies, donor-funded project reports, journals, articles, and publications. The instruments were validated through pre-testing while reliability was ensured by supervisors who reviewed the instruments to ascertain that they achieved the objectives of the study. Data analysis included Pearson's correlation analysis, ANOVA, and multiple regression analysis to assess the relationships between the variables. Presentation was done in tables, charts and figures for quantitative data and thematic for qualitative data. The study results indicated that there was a significant relationship between functional integration and organization performance. There was a significant relationship between functional integration and organizational performance of donor-funded projects. There was a significant relationship between supplier integration and organizational performance of donor-funded projects. There was a significant relationship between technology integration and organizational performance of donor-funded projects and that there was a significant relationship between customer integration and organizational performance of donor-funded projects. The study confirmed the significant impact of various ISCM practices on the performance of donor-funded projects. Functional integration, supplier integration, and technology integration are essential for enhancing efficiency, effectiveness, and sustainability. However, challenges remain in fully implementing technology systems and improving customer integration practices. Addressing these challenges is crucial for achieving better project outcomes and ensuring the success of donor-funded initiatives. These results are particularly relevant to stakeholders, including project managers, donors, policy makers, and government agencies, as they offer actionable insights into improving project efficiency, effectiveness, and sustainability.