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Supply Chain Resiliency
Ability of a supply chain to withstand disruptions and recover quickly.
Definition
Resilient supply chains are designed with flexibility, redundancy, and risk management to handle unexpected events or demand fluctuations.
Overview
Building resiliency includes diversified suppliers, safety stock, contingency planning, and technology monitoring.
Role
Ability of a supply chain to withstand disruptions and recover quickly.
Focus
Building resiliency includes diversified suppliers, safety stock, contingency planning, and technology monitoring.
Example
A global manufacturer maintains multiple suppliers and alternative transport routes to ensure production continuity during natural disasters or port closures.
Benefits
- Reduces impact of disruptions
- Maintains service levels
- Enhances adaptability to changes
FAQs
Q: Can you give an example of Supply Chain Resiliency?
A: A global manufacturer maintains multiple suppliers and alternative transport routes to ensure production continuity during natural disasters or port closures.
Q: What are the key benefits of Supply Chain Resiliency?
A: Reduces impact of disruptions. Maintains service levels. Enhances adaptability to changes.