What Is a Supply Chain?

A supply chain is a network between a company and its suppliers to produce and distribute a specific product to the final buyer. This network includes different activities, people, entities, information, and resources. The supply chain also represents the steps it takes to get the product or service from its original state to the customer.

UNDERSTAND GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAIN RISKS

a world with ever more complex global supply chains, retailers find themselves exposed to increasing levels of supply chain risk. They also tend to bear a disproportionate amount of the consumer backlash when things go wrong. Our white paper – “Retailers: Understanding the Risks of Global Supply Chains and How to Manage Them” – will help you to understand the main issues.

 

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

 

Consider the complexities of global supply chains.

Understand the risks.

Recognize the importance of adopting a proactive strategic approach to quality assurance within a global supply chain.

Review the costs of a product recall.

Consider the risks associated with private label products.