Supply Chain Challenges & Opportunities

This subject is focused on the foundational elements of supply chain elements, including the fundamental value creation potential of supply chain coordination and integration, and how it manifests in various industries. It will also cover the topics of ‘push’ versus ‘pull’ supply chain designs, efficient versus responsive supply, and supply chain strategic fit with organisational objectives. Additional topics will be of the value of information in supply chain designs and operations, and the topics in international supply chains of culture, relationships and working conditions, including modern slavery in global supply circumstances. Supply chain transparency will be examined as a core property of effectiveness.