The role of simulation and optimization methods in supply chain risk management: Performance and review standpoints

2019 ◽  
Vol 92 ◽  
pp. 17-44 ◽  
Author(s):  
J.B. Oliveira ◽  
M. Jin ◽  
R.S. Lima ◽  
J.E. Kobza ◽  
J.A.B. Montevechi
Keyword(s):  
Risk Management ◽  
Supply Chain ◽  
Optimization Methods ◽  
Supply Chain Risk Management ◽  
Supply Chain Risk ◽  
Management Performance ◽  
Simulation And Optimization

The role of digitalized information sharing for flexibility capability utilization: lessons from Germany and Japan

2021 ◽  
Vol 51 (2) ◽  
pp. 181-203
Author(s):  
Mathias Doetzer ◽  
Alexander Pflaum
Keyword(s):  
Risk Management ◽  
Supply Chain ◽  
Information Sharing ◽  
Risk Mitigation ◽  
Digital Information ◽  
Supply Chain Risk Management ◽  
Supply Chain Risk ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Time Accuracy

PurposeInformation-sharing and flexibility are considered to be major tools for risk mitigation and supply chain resiliency. However, less light has been shed on the role of information-sharing as an enabler to utilize flexibility capabilities before and after supply chain disruptions. The aim of this paper is to provide indications on how digitalized information-sharing (DIS) enhances flexibility capability utilization.Design/methodology/approachThe methodology follows a qualitative approach, including 31 transcribed semi-structured interviews with supply chain experts in Germany and Japan.FindingsThe findings indicate that DIS supports flexibility capability utilization in pre- and post-disruptive supply chain management. First, the enhancement of estimated transport time accuracy supports rapid supplier and transport mode adjustment. Second, while the effects of DIS in manufacturing are limited without pre-existing flexibility capabilities, steady internal and external DIS utilizes exciting manufacturing flexibility to cope with disruptions beyond production. Third, track and trace technologies enhance the value of shared data and allow flexibility in the form of demand-oriented distribution, but companies unable to adopt technologies can still enhance flexibility capabilities with DIS using the existing infrastructure.Originality/valueThis paper highlights the essential role of digital information-sharing for flexibility utilization in supply chain risk management. While existing studies engaged with flexibility and information-sharing in supply chain risk management, this study contributes by emphasizing digital information-sharing as a key triggering enabler for flexibility in pre- and post-disruptive phases.

scholarly journals The contribution of global sourcing to the economic performance of organizations: Analysis of the points of view of the supply chain participants

2018 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 513
Author(s):  
Nouha Lahiani ◽  
Kouami Seli Apedome ◽  
Joelle Zhu
Keyword(s):  
Risk Management ◽  
Supply Chain ◽  
Data Sharing ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Global Sourcing ◽  
Supply Chain Risk Management ◽  
Supply Chain Risk ◽  
Safety Stock ◽  
Related Data

Purpose: This paper aims at investigating the reasons for the complex and long lead time from global suppliers that causes inventory shortages.  It  focuses on supply chain risk management in global sourcing.  This study  has revealed all the specific risks of a global sourcing project and has provided some solutions for risk management: three-step risk management, safety stock, data sharing and driving supplier performance.Design/methodology/approach: A qualitative study is conducted to propose concrete recommendations on three topics: risk management, safety stock and information sharing. A semi-structured survey-guided interview was used to collect related data, and the answers were assessed using syntactic, lexical, thematical and NVivo software analysis.Findings: This study  has revealed all the specific risks of a global sourcing project and has provided some solutions for risk management: three-step risk management, safety stock, data sharing and driving supplier performance.Originality/value: Through research work, we have noticed that the world of the Supply Chain is constantly evolving and that it is becoming more and more complex. Through these interviews, we have noticed that the role of purchasing is changing differently in each sector.

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