https://journals.scholarpublishing.org/index.php/ABR <p><strong>Archives of Business Research </strong><strong>(ISSN 2054-7404)</strong> is an international, double-blind peer-reviewed, open-access journal published by Scholar Publishing, United Kingdom. This journal is published online <strong>monthly</strong> to keep readers up to date with the latest developments.</p> <p>The <strong>Archives of Business Research (ABR)</strong> applies theory developed from <strong>business research</strong> to actual <strong>business</strong> situations. Recognizing the intricate relationships between the many areas of <strong>business activity</strong>, <em>ABR</em> examines a wide variety of business <strong>decisions</strong>, <strong>processes</strong> and <strong>activities</strong> within the actual business setting.</p> <p>Theoretical and empirical advances in buyer behaviour, finance, organizational theory and behaviour, marketing, risk and insurance and international business are evaluated on a regular basis. Published for executives, researchers and scholars alike, the Journal aids the application of empirical research to practical situations and theoretical findings to the reality of the business world.</p> <p>The scopes of the journal include, but are not limited to, the following topics: business, marketing, management, finance, economics, accounting. It provides an academic platform for professionals and researchers to contribute innovative work in the field.</p> Scholar Publishing, United Kingdom en-US Archives of Business Research 2054-7404 https://journals.scholarpublishing.org/index.php/ABR/article/view/19402 <p>The growing global issue of food waste, especially within the supply chain of perishable goods, calls for innovative logistical strategies. This paper investigates the use of Just-in-Time (JIT) inventory management as a strategic approach to reduce waste and improve efficiency in cold chains. Conventional logistics models typically depend on large buffer inventories, which heighten the risk of spoilage and related financial losses. In contrast, JIT emphasizes the exact synchronization of product delivery with immediate demand, thereby significantly decreasing storage durations and the chances of product deterioration. The study explores how the incorporation of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies—such as real-time sensors for temperature, location, and humidity—is crucial for the effective execution of a JIT system. These technologies offer the necessary data visibility and predictive analytics needed to enhance transportation routes, accurately forecast demand, and facilitate automated decision-making. Through an extensive literature review and case study evaluation, this paper illustrates that JIT, when bolstered by IoT, converts the cold chain from a static, reactive framework into a dynamic, proactive network. The results indicate that this methodology not only significantly reduces waste in perishable goods but also enhances overall supply chain resilience and profitability, presenting a feasible route towards more sustainable and efficient logistics operations.</p> Geoffrey Kapasa Mweshi Daniel Kabamba Chaponga Nguluwe Copyright (c) 2025 Geoffrey Kapasa Mweshi, Daniel Kabamba, Chaponga Nguluwe http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 2025-11-11 2025-11-11 13 11 01 12 10.14738/abr.1311.19402