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Natural ______ such as earthquakes, hurricanes, and floods can disrupt supply chain operations.
disasters
A ______ in the flow of goods, services, and information can cause delays or stockouts.
logistical failure
A ______ to comply with laws and regulations can result in legal, financial, or reputational consequences.
compliance breach
If a supplier becomes ______, it can disrupt production and delivery.
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A ______ attack is a malicious attempt to breach or compromise digital systems, networks, or data.
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The 2011 Thailand ______ affected hard drive production, disrupting the supply chain.
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Inventory management errors can lead to ______ failures and disrupt the supply chain.
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Violations of labor laws or environmental regulations are examples of ______ breaches.
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Study Notes
Supply Chain Risks
Natural Disasters
- Definition: Unpredictable events caused by natural forces, such as earthquakes, hurricanes, floods, and wildfires, that can disrupt supply chain operations.
- Examples:
- 2011 Thailand floods affecting hard drive production
- 2014 Japanese earthquake and tsunami impacting automotive supply chains
- Impact:
- Disruption of production and delivery
- Damage to infrastructure and inventory
- Potential for loss of life
Logistical Failures
- Definition: Breakdowns in the flow of goods, services, and information from raw materials to end customers.
- Examples:
- Transportation delays or cancellations
- Inventory management errors
- Warehouse or distribution center disruptions
- Impact:
- Delays or stockouts
- Increased costs due to expedited shipping or inventory holding
- Damage to customer relationships
Compliance Breaches
- Definition: Failure to comply with laws, regulations, or industry standards, resulting in legal, financial, or reputational consequences.
- Examples:
- Violations of labor laws or environmental regulations
- Non-compliance with product safety standards
- Failure to disclose information or maintain accurate records
- Impact:
- Fines, penalties, or legal action
- Damage to reputation and brand image
- Loss of customer trust and business
Supplier Insolvency
- Definition: The inability of a supplier to meet their financial obligations, leading to potential disruptions in the supply chain.
- Examples:
- Bankruptcy or liquidation of a critical supplier
- Failure to deliver goods or services due to financial constraints
- Impact:
- Disruption of production and delivery
- Difficulty in finding alternative suppliers
- Potential financial losses or contractual liabilities
Cyber Attacks
- Definition: Malicious attempts to breach or compromise digital systems, networks, or data, potentially disrupting supply chain operations.
- Examples:
- Hacking of supplier systems or data
- Ransomware attacks on logistics providers
- Phishing scams targeting supply chain personnel
- Impact:
- Theft or loss of sensitive data
- Disruption of operations or systems
- Financial losses or reputational damage
Supply Chain Risks
Natural Disasters
- Unpredictable events caused by natural forces, such as earthquakes, hurricanes, floods, and wildfires, can disrupt supply chain operations.
- Examples: 2011 Thailand floods affected hard drive production, and 2014 Japanese earthquake and tsunami impacted automotive supply chains.
- Disruption of production and delivery, damage to infrastructure and inventory, and potential loss of life can occur.
Logistical Failures
- Breakdowns in the flow of goods, services, and information from raw materials to end customers can occur due to transportation delays, inventory management errors, or warehouse disruptions.
- Examples: transportation delays or cancellations, inventory management errors, and warehouse or distribution center disruptions.
- Delays or stockouts, increased costs due to expedited shipping or inventory holding, and damage to customer relationships can result.
Compliance Breaches
- Failure to comply with laws, regulations, or industry standards can result in legal, financial, or reputational consequences.
- Examples: violations of labor laws or environmental regulations, non-compliance with product safety standards, and failure to disclose information or maintain accurate records.
- Fines, penalties, or legal action, damage to reputation and brand image, and loss of customer trust and business can occur.
Supplier Insolvency
- The inability of a supplier to meet their financial obligations can lead to potential disruptions in the supply chain.
- Examples: bankruptcy or liquidation of a critical supplier, and failure to deliver goods or services due to financial constraints.
- Disruption of production and delivery, difficulty in finding alternative suppliers, and potential financial losses or contractual liabilities can result.
Cyber Attacks
- Malicious attempts to breach or compromise digital systems, networks, or data can disrupt supply chain operations.
- Examples: hacking of supplier systems or data, ransomware attacks on logistics providers, and phishing scams targeting supply chain personnel.
- Theft or loss of sensitive data, disruption of operations or systems, and financial losses or reputational damage can occur.
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Explore the impact of natural disasters on supply chain operations, including disruptions, damage, and loss of life. Learn how to mitigate these risks.
