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Emergency Management and Response Strategies for Resilient Supply Chain Systems in the Face of Unexpected Events

Author(s)

Qi Yang

Affiliation(s)

College of Digital Commerce and Intelligent Logistics, Jiangsu Vocational College of Business, Nantong, Jiangsu, China

Abstract

In the increasingly globalized and complex supply chain environment, unexpected events such as natural disasters, pandemics, and cyber-attacks have become more frequent and severe. Traditional supply chain management methods, due to their highly integrated and lean production characteristics, often lack resilience and are difficult to cope with such interruptions. The vulnerability exposed by recent global events highlights the urgent need to develop strong strategies to ensure continuity and rapid recovery. This paper aims to explore emergency management and response strategies for resilient supply chain systems in the face of unexpected events, providing systematic solutions to ensure stable operation and rapid recovery. The study delves into various aspects critical to enhancing supply chain resilience, including risk assessment, early warning systems, and emergency planning. It examines the role of advanced technologies such as big data analytics, artificial intelligence, and the Internet of Things (IoT) in predicting and mitigating risks. Additionally, it addresses the importance of effective communication and information sharing across the supply chain network, emphasizing the need for transparency and real-time data exchange. By adopting a multi-faceted approach, this paper also explores supply chain design enhancements, such as multi-sourcing strategies and redundancy, which are crucial for minimizing disruption impacts. The rapid response and decision-making frameworks are discussed to highlight the need for swift and coordinated actions during crises. Furthermore, the importance of collaboration and coordination with supply chain partners is underscored as a means to build collective resilience. Overall, this paper provides a comprehensive framework for emergency management and response in supply chains, offering practical recommendations and best practices to ensure resilience in the face of unforeseen disruptions. The insights presented aim to guide practitioners and researchers in developing and implementing robust strategies to safeguard supply chain integrity and performance amidst an ever-changing risk landscape.

Keywords

Supply Chain Resilience; Emergency Management; Risk Assessment; Disruption Mitigation; Rapid Response Strategies

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