Redefining Supply Chain Financing: The Role of Long-Term Investors and Intangible Assets from a Resource-Based View Perspective

Supply chain finance has the capacity to enhance the efficiency of financing and the ability to manage risk for all stakeholders involved in the supply chain, leading to the promotion of sustainable development, and fostering collaborative partnerships within the chain. The theoretical foundation for the evolution of supply chain finance and the optimal utilization of internal and external resources can be attributed to the resource-based view. Building upon this view, we propose establishing a framework for the relationship between supply chain finance, intangible assets, and long-term investors. However, it is crucial to note that, under the predominant shareholding structure of long-term investors, the value and safeguarding of intangible assets may not be effectively enhanced. This can have ramifications on the investment decisions and interest protection of long-term investors as well as hinder the competitiveness of enterprises and the efficacy of supply chain finance. Leveraging it allows for the extraction of value from intangible assets and attracts the support of long-term investors, thereby aiding enterprises in risk reduction, fostering innovation and technological advancement, and ultimately achieving sustained development. Our proposed model serves as a valuable reference for relevant enterprises and individuals seeking to utilize supply chain finance, particularly for entrepreneurs and innovative companies.