GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAIN RISK MANAGEMENT PART 1: DIFFERENCES IN ATTITUDES

November 1, 2019

In the fall of 2009 MIT CTL conducted a global survey of supply chain risk experiences, attitudes, and risk management practices. Over 1400 supply chain professionals from 70 countries participated. The survey asked business and supply chain managers their opinions about the importance of risk prevention compared to response preparedness. Overall, 54% of respondents considered risk prevention more important, 30% viewed them as equal, and 16% considered response preparedness more important.

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Rico; a passionate and professional logistics company, providing the ultimate in smart and cost-effective logistics solutions throughout the UK, Ireland, Spain and the rest of Europe.We offer a totally integrated logistics solution, forming partnerships with our customers that seek to stretch the boundaries of traditional outsourcing. Our client base spans across multiple markets and our customers respect us for our non-compromising attitude towards logistics. From vital oncology components, to ATMs, EPOS systems and even assisting in the UK’s Digital switchover, Rico delivers a multi-faceted suite of solutions from same day courier services, to Break/Fix technical repair and replace solutions, to warehousing and distribution management.

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