Supply Chain Risk Management: Minimizing Disruptions in Global Sourcing

ISBN-13: 9780849366420 / Angielski / Twarda / 2007 / 136 str.

Robert B Handfield

Opis

The lifeblood of any business is the timely delivery of products and services. In the best possible world, if one plans accordingly, disruptions never occur. However, in the real world, disruptions do and will occur and the best business plans are those that anticipate and prepare for this inevitability, especially when dealing with international suppliers. Go beyond theory -- learn how to...

Define and anticipate risk

Build a resilient supply chain

Mobilize in the face of impending disaster

Make a full and quick recovery

Supply Chain Risk Management: Minimizing Disruptions in Global Sourcing provides a detailed road map for the efficient delivery of products and services, while taking into account the high probability of costly delays and stoppages. With candid input from suppliers, automotive and retail companies, and professional consultants, this work delivers a pragmatic approach to managing supply chain risk in an era of globalization. With Proper Prior Planning Potential Disasters Become Mere Inconveniences All executives and managers share a common goal of reducing costs, streamlining processes and increasing profits. Within these pages, you will discover a winning game plan for efficiently navigating the complexities of supply chain risk in today's global marketplace.

Spis treści

Toward A Theoretical Model and Decision Framework of Supply Chain Disruptions. A Framework for Reducing the Impact of Disruptions to the Supply Chain:Observations from MultipleExecutives. Identifying and Assessing Supply Chain Risk.
A “To-Do” List to Improve Supply Chain Risk Management Capabilities. Measuring and Managing Risk. Case Study: Automotive Supplier for a Large North American Heavy Truck Manufacturer. Glossary of Supply Chain and Risk Terms.

O autorze

Robert Handfield, Kevin P. McCormack