Building Resilient Supply Chains in Uncertain Times

Duration: 7 Days
Target Audience: Supply chain managers, logistics leaders, operations executives, and business continuity professionals
Certificate: Certificate of Completion in Supply Chain Resilience
Format: Hybrid (Online/In-Person)

Day 1: Introduction to Supply Chain Resilience

• Objective: Understand the fundamentals of supply chain resilience, the factors driving uncertainty, and the impact on global supply chains.

Topics:

• Defining Supply Chain Resilience and its Importance

• Understanding Uncertainty Drivers: Globalization, Geopolitical Tensions, Pandemics, Climate Risks

• Identifying Vulnerabilities in the Supply Chain

• Interactive Session: Assessing vulnerabilities in participants’ supply chains

Learning Activities:

• Lecture: Overview of supply chain resilience concepts

• Case Study: Organizations that maintained resilience during major disruptions

• Workshop: Participants assess their supply chain for potential vulnerabilities

Day 2: Building a Resilient Supply Chain Framework

• Objective: Learn to create a resilience framework, focusing on visibility, flexibility, and adaptability.

Topics:

• Key Components of a Resilient Supply Chain

• Building Flexibility and Agility into Operations

• Developing Visibility Across the Supply Chain

• Interactive Session: Designing a supply chain resilience framework

Learning Activities:

• Lecture: Key principles of resilient supply chain frameworks

• Case Study: Companies that built resilience into their supply chain operations

• Workshop: Participants design a resilience framework for their organizations

Day 3: Risk Management and Contingency Planning

• Objective: Equip participants with risk management tools to identify, assess, and mitigate supply chain risks effectively.

Topics:

• Identifying and Assessing Supply Chain Risks

• Building a Risk Management Plan

• Developing Contingency Plans and Back-Up Supply Options

• Interactive Session: Creating a risk management and contingency plan

Learning Activities:

• Lecture: Techniques for risk identification and mitigation in supply chains

• Case Study: Organizations that implemented contingency plans to minimize disruptions

• Workshop: Participants create a risk management plan for a specific supply chain scenario

Day 4: Diversification and Supplier Management

• Objective: Explore strategies for diversifying supply sources and strengthening supplier relationships to reduce dependency and increase flexibility.

Topics:

• Supplier Diversification and Multi-Sourcing

• Building Strong Supplier Relationships for Collaboration and Transparency

• Evaluating Supplier Resilience and Financial Stability

• Interactive Session: Developing a supplier diversification strategy

Learning Activities:

• Lecture: Best practices for supplier management and diversification

• Case Study: Companies that successfully diversified suppliers to build resilience

• Workshop: Participants develop a supplier diversification and management plan

Day 5: Leveraging Technology for Supply Chain Visibility

• Objective: Discover technology solutions that enhance visibility and real-time monitoring of supply chain operations.

Topics:

• Tools for Real-Time Tracking and Inventory Management

• The Role of AI and IoT in Supply Chain Transparency

• Using Data Analytics for Predictive Risk Management

• Interactive Session: Selecting technology solutions to improve supply chain visibility

Learning Activities:

• Lecture: Overview of tech-driven visibility and monitoring solutions

• Case Study: Organizations that leveraged technology for enhanced supply chain resilience

• Workshop: Participants evaluate and select tech solutions for their supply chains

Day 6: Sustainability and Ethical Sourcing in Supply Chains

• Objective: Integrate sustainability practices and ethical sourcing into the supply chain to build long-term resilience and customer trust.

Topics:

• The Importance of Sustainable and Ethical Sourcing

• Environmental and Social Governance (ESG) in Supply Chains

• Aligning Resilience with Sustainability Goals

• Interactive Session: Developing a sustainable sourcing plan

Learning Activities:

• Lecture: The role of ESG in resilient supply chains

• Case Study: Companies that prioritized sustainable and ethical supply chain practices

• Workshop: Participants create a sustainable and ethical sourcing plan for their organization

Day 7: Capstone Project: Crafting a Resilient Supply Chain Strategy

• Objective: Apply course insights by developing a comprehensive resilient supply chain strategy tailored to participants’ organizations.

Topics:

• Integrating Resilience into the Overall Supply Chain Strategy

• Presenting Resilient Supply Chain Plans

• Peer Review and Feedback

• Certificate Ceremony and Key Takeaways

Learning Activities:

• Capstone Project: Participants develop and present a resilient supply chain strategy

• Peer Review: Teams provide feedback on each other’s strategies

• Certificate Ceremony: Award certificates of completion

Key Features of the Course:

• Expert Faculty: Taught by supply chain risk experts, logistics strategists, and technology specialists.

• Interactive Learning: Includes practical workshops, real-world case studies, and technology demonstrations.

• Capstone Project: Participants leave with a resilient supply chain strategy to mitigate risks and ensure continuity.

• Certification: Recognized certificate of completion, demonstrating expertise in building resilient supply chains.

Outcome:

Participants will gain the knowledge and tools to manage supply chain risks, enhance visibility, diversify suppliers, and integrate sustainable practices to build a resilient, adaptable supply chain.