Goal 1: Promote the efficient and secure movement of goods. The first goal of the strategy is to promote the timely, efficient flow of legitimate commerce while protectingand securing the supply chain from expl
The article discusses global supply-chain operation. The research conducted by BDP International concluded that global supply-chain companies are rare by BDP's definition. Yone Dewberry, managing director...
The definition of supply chain diversification is not straightforward. Some might say a diversified supply chain is simply a variety of supply and manufacturing channels to meet business needs. But it’s much more than that. It’s the heart of supply chain resilience. Supply chain diversification...
By coupling climate, epidemiological and economic models, this study investigates the direct impact of heat stress on human activities and the indirect losses across the broader global supply chain. Focusing on the indirect effects of heat stress addresses a substantial gap in the literature. Comprehen...
Our definition of GSCC is similar to the definitions of supply chain complexity in the literature (Ateş et al., 2022) but highlights the global dimension inherent in supply chains. The recent events further highlight the fact that firm decisions are interconnected within a broader network, and...
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FormalDefinitionofaSupplyChain •Asupplychainisa“networkoffacilitiesandactivitiesthatperformsthefunctionsofproductdevelopment,procurementofmaterialfromsuppliers,themovementofmaterialsbetweenfacilities,themanufacturingofproducts,thedistributionoffinishedgoodstocustomers,andaftermarketsupportforsustainment”(MabertandVenkataraman...
Countries have sought to stop the spread of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) by severely restricting travel and in-person commercial activities. Here, we analyse the supply-chain effects of a set of idealized lockdown scenarios, using the latest globa
For a business like ours withrespect for human rightsat its core, paying a living wage is a priority. Not only does this improve people’s lives, it also enhances our supply chain resilience and increases workers’ productivity. We’re proud to have been paying a living wage throughout our...
What is the Definition of Supply Chain Intelligence? Successful firms establish strong supply chain management strategies based on supply chain information. It entails gathering, analyzing, and interpreting data and market trends to make educated choices regarding procurement, manufacturing, distribution, and...