The Assessment of the Factors Influencing Warehouse Performance in Manufacturing Companies: Evidence from Tanzania Breweries Limited

Giftiana Samweli Laiza, Deus N Shatta — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 08:03:24 +0700

This study assessed the factors influencing warehouse performance in Tanzania's manufacturing industry, using Tanzania Breweries Limited (TBL) as a case study. Specifically, the study examined the influence of technological integration practices, staff competence, and inventory management practices on warehouse performance. The study was guided by the Resource-Based View (RBV) theory, which emphasizes the importance of organizational resources and capabilities in achieving improved performance. The study adopted a positivist research philosophy and a deductive approach, using a quantitative descriptive research design. Data were collected through structured questionnaires administered to employees involved in warehouse and logistics operations at TBL. A sample of 96 respondents was used. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, and multiple regression analysis using IBM SPSS version 24. The research instrument was reliable, with Cronbach's Alpha coefficients ranging from 0.740 to 0.840. The findings reveal that technological integration practices have a significant positive relationship with warehouse performance (r = 0.482, p < 0.001) and make a significant positive contribution to performance (β = 0.349, p < 0.001). Staff competence demonstrates the strongest relationship with warehouse performance (r = 0.597, p < 0.001) and is the strongest predictor in the regression model (β = 0.520, p < 0.001). Inventory management practices also have a significant positive relationship with warehouse performance (r = 0.458, p < 0.001) and contribute significantly to warehouse performance (β = 0.422, p < 0.001). The overall regression model is statistically significant, F(3,92) = 62.808, p < 0.001, with R² = 0.672, indicating that the three factors jointly explain 67.2% of the variation in warehouse performance. The study concludes that technological integration, staff competence, and inventory management are important organizational resources and capabilities for improving warehouse performance at TBL. The findings support the Resource-Based View by showing that effectively combining and using technological, human, and inventory-related resources can enhance warehouse performance. The study recommends strengthening employee training and motivation, improving the integration and utilization of warehouse technologies, and enhancing inventory planning, stock rotation, forecasting, and control practices.

THE The Influence of Reverse Logistics Practices in Enhancing Competitiveness of Soft Drinks Companies in Tanzania: a Case of Kisima Pure Drinking Water

Evord Cosmas, Francis Muya — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0700

Abstract

The adoption of reverse logistics among soft drinks companies has been essential for transforming the industry from a linear model to a circular one, thereby gaining a competitive edge through improved reputation and cost-effective recycling. This article assessed the influence of reverse logistics practices on enhancing competitiveness in soft drinks companies in Tanzania focusing Kisima pure drinking water. Pragmatist philosophy with the descriptive design was used to select randomly a sample of 55 respondents that included managers and assistant managers. Questionnaires and in-depth interviews were used to collect data. Quantitative data were descriptively and inferentially analysed to obtain the mean, standard deviation and relationship between variables while qualitative data being analysed using content analysis. The findings indicated that refurbishment processes were attained through restoring used bottles, crates or equipment to a functional and acceptable condition for use, having clear procedures for inspecting and restoring returned packaging materials with appropriate tools and equipment for repair and improvements. However, regression results indicated an (R²) value of 0.542 signifying a 54.2% of the variation in the competitiveness of soft drinks companies in Tanzania, explained by reverse logistics practices like refurbishment and recycling. The remaining 45.8% was due to other factors not included in the model as nearly half of company success depends on other missing factors, like marketing, price or product quality while managing waste and reusing materials helps companies save money and attract eco-friendly buyers. Kisima pure drinking water consistently met customer requirements by responding effectively to changes in customer demands and market conditions thereby maintaining it competitiveness. It is concluded that for the company to maintain a strong market position compared to its competitors; efficient use of resources and delivering products in a timely manner are important. The study recommends Kisima pure drinking water to adapt its operations towards sustaining performance in a changing business environment by transforming operational waste into revenue streams, enhancing brand equity and fostering long-term customer loyalty.

Journal of Industrial Engineering & Management Research

The Assessment of the Factors Influencing Warehouse Performance in Manufacturing Companies: Evidence from Tanzania Breweries Limited

THE The Influence of Reverse Logistics Practices in Enhancing Competitiveness of Soft Drinks Companies in Tanzania: a Case of Kisima Pure Drinking Water