Supply Chain Resilience

Survival Strategies for Turbulent Times

Andreas Karaoulanis

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Business Expert Press
04 March 2025

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This book navigates us through thick and thin and gives us a holistic description of what is supply chain resilience, which are the factors that affect it, and which are the most effective resilience strategies that we need to implement in our supply chains in order to survive during turbulent times.

In a world where pandemics, natural disasters, climate change, and wars are only some of the disruptions that supply chains are facing, resiliency has become the alpha and the omega of supply chain management.

his book navigates us through thick and thin and gives us a holistic description of what is supply chain resilience, which are the factors that affect it, and which are the most effective resilience strategies that we need to implement in our supply chains in order to survive during turbulent times.

The book is divided into three distinct parts. In the first one discusses the term supply chain resilience–its importance, its components, and the most important supply chain resilience metrics. The author presents real life examples of well-known companies which were successful in enhancing the resilience of their supply chains. The second part presents all the factors that can influence the resilience of a supply chain and concludes with discussions of seventeen supply chain resilience strategies which can be used by almost any company, in any industry, in any part of the world.

This holistic approach on supply chain resilience makes this book unique. At the end of each chapter, professors will find a dedicated part which will assist them in managing their in-class interaction with students. This book can be used as an academic compendium or as a guide for supply chain professionals who want to cement the resilience of their supply chains and successfully navigate through crisis.

By: Andreas Karaoulanis
Imprint: Business Expert Press
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm,
ISBN: 9781637427781
ISBN 10: 1637427786
Pages: 135
Publication Date: 04 March 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Andreas Karaoulanis is a professor of business and supply chain management with a long successful history in both industry and education. Is an accomplished researcher and an international author with several books on business management topics.

Reviews for Supply Chain Resilience: Survival Strategies for Turbulent Times

Supply Chain Resilience: Survival Strategies for Turbulent Times is an insightful and practical guide to tackling the challenges of today's complex global supply chains. Andreas Karaoulanis blends clear explanations with real-world strategies, making it an essential resource for both professionals and students. This book doesn't just highlight the importance of resilience--it shows you how to achieve it, offering a valuable toolkit for building more sustainable and robust supply chains.--Dr. MALLON Steve, Director of research, Swiss School of Business Research This book is highly recommended for supply chain professionals and students alike. It provides a concise yet structured discussion on the crucial topic of supply chain resilience in today's fast-changing world, especially in the face of recent global disruptions. The author shares his extensive experience and knowledge in the field of supply chain management, making this book a practical guide for those looking to fortify their supply chains against unforeseen challenges.--Dr. Lo Alex, Professor in Business and Sustainability, York St. John University