Disruptions from minor material shortages to large-scale natural disasters stopping up transportation have always been something every supply chain must be prepared for.
However, some events are so sudden it is nearly impossible to properly prepare, with no better example being the COVID-19 pandemic.
In mere days, healthcare products and groceries were flying off store shelves.
Many supply chains could not properly shift production from their primarily Asian manufacturers to account for this sudden demand.The pandemic put many companies to the test, something their supply chains were not ready for, exposing many issues in the inflexible nature they operate.
Here are five critical factors we recommend considering when planning to build up supply chain resilience in your business.1) Control your OverheadIn the business world, “resilience” refers to the ability of a company to show flexibility, allowing them to roll with the punches frequently thrown at them and quickly adjust to any change.
However, it is much more challenging to bounce back from a monetary loss than a minor supply issue, and your wallet is the first thing a disruption in the business world will hit.Consider using third party services like Katalyst to help take the load off your shoulders!