Geopolitical Disruptions in Supply Chain (GDSC) and Internal Perceptions of Firm Performance (IPFP): Evidence from Multinational Enterprises (MNEs) in Sri Lanka

The study aims to explore the influence of Geopolitical Disruptions in Supply Chain over the Internal Perception of Firm Performance and the Supply Chain Modification Strategies. Study utilized qualitative approach and conducted eight interviews with managers from Multinationals in different sectors - Sri Lanka. Using Thematic analysis method study highlighted several themes such as Macro Environmental Risks, Firm Performance, Influence on Firm Performance, Supply Chain Modification Strategies and Strategies Influence on Firm Performance. The study found a significant direct influence over the Firm Performance as well as Supply Chain Modification Strategies for manufacturing and FMCG sector multinationals, whereas some geopolitical disruptions in supply chain lead to implicit impacts over the firm performance despite been in the manufacturing/FMCG sector. Conversely, service sector company does not have a direct impact on the company performance despite been facing the same geopolitical disruptions. Notably, Supply Chain Modification Strategies have a significant influence over the Firm Performance positively as well as negatively. By synthesizing these findings, this study extends the theoretical framework established by Christopher and Peck (2004) while offering insights and guidance for both managers and policy makers.