Table 3

Q-EDCE vs. Related Frameworks

ReferenceFramework / FocusProposed KPIs / IndicatorsKey limitations
Vinante et al. (2021) Technical Nutrient Cycle ReviewMCI (Material Circularity Indicator), CEECI (CE Efficiency Composite Index), Longevity IndicatorNo standard metric; social dimensions are the least explored
Kerin (2022) TBL Sustainability Screening270+ Leading Indicators (e.g. Materials used in after-sales, Program to enhance community health)Lack of indicators for environmental dimensions in business model development
Javaid et al. (2024) Circular Value Chain Framework365 Metrics (e.g. M6: CE incorporated in strategy; M4: leasing/renting BM implementation)Remarkable fragmentation of assessment models and diverging scopes
Cayzer et al. (2017) Product Performance PrototypeCEIP (Circular Economy Indicator Prototype score via spider diagram)Opaque nature of a single metric; reliance on context-specific assumptions
Ratner et al. (2025b) Circular Supply Network DynamicsVME (Virgin Material Equivalence), LVME (Lifetime Virgin Material Equivalence), Cycle VelocityOverlooks multiple stakeholder effects in simpler indicators like MCI
Munonye (2025) Metric Synthesis ReviewCQAT (Circularity-based Quantity Assessment Tool), Circularity Score, MCI, CIBarriers in data interoperability and a lack of standardization
Current WorkQuantitative ERP-Driven CE (Q-EDCE) FrameworkMCR (Material Circulating Rate), PUR (Product Utilization Rate), CEI (Carbon Emissions Intensity), WRR (Waste Recovery Rate), WI (Water Intensity), SCS (Supplier Circularity Score)Focuses on ERP integration; needs further cross-industry empirical validation

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