Identifying Organizational Bottlenecks in Implementing Life Cycle Sustainability Assessment Strategies: An MCDM Approach

The implementation of Life Cycle Sustainability Assessment (LCSA) strategies in organizations faces numerous challenges that can hinder their effectiveness and sustainability outcomes. This paper aims to identify and analyze the key bottlenecks from an organizational perspective using a Multi-Criteria Decision-Making (MCDM) approach. By conducting a comprehensive literature review and engaging with industry experts, we identified several critical barriers, including lack of management support, insufficient knowledge and training, high implementation costs, inadequate data quality and availability, resistance to change, and complex regulatory requirements. We applied the MCDM technique to evaluate and prioritize these bottlenecks based on their impact on the successful adoption of LCSA strategies. The findings reveal that management support and monitoring are the most significant factors influencing the successful implementation of LCSA, followed by financial constraints and data-related challenges. Addressing these bottlenecks requires a comprehensive approach, encompassing management commitment, capacity building, and investment in robust data management systems. This study provides valuable insights for organizations aiming to enhance their sustainability practices through LCSA, highlighting the importance of overcoming internal barriers to achieve long-term environmental and economic benefits. The results are instrumental for policymakers, industry leaders, and researchers in formulating effective strategies for the widespread adoption of LCSA.