LEVERAGING CIRCULAR ECONOMY PRACTICES TO CREATE A RESILIENT SUPPLY CHAIN OPERATIONS

The concept of the Circular Economy (CE) is driving a paradigm shift in Supply Chain Management (SCM),moving away from the traditional linear model of take-make-dispose toward a more sustainable, resourceefficient framework. This paper investigates how the integration of CE principles and practices transforms each stage of the supply chain, enhancing operational resilience, reducing costs, and addressing environmental impacts. Through a review of existing principles and practical applications, the study examines key strategies, enablers, and barriers for embedding circularity within SCM processes. Furthermore, it explores emerging opportunities for businesses to deepen their adoption of CE practices through different innovations. The findings underscore that circular supply chains are not only critical for environmental sustainability but also offer substantial economic value, positioning them as a strategic pillar in modern supply chain operations