Supply chain resilience: A study of strategies and metrics

Abstract

In this thesis, we investigate supply chain resilience strategies and metrics. According to our knowledge, simulation-free research on the assessment of supply chain resilience is scarce. There are a few resilience strategies that are frequently mentioned, such as multiple sourcing and localization, but there are also a large number of other strategies available. This report compiles a broad framework of available supply chain resilience strategies developed based on both the literature and interviews with eleven Assa Abloy Entrance Systems respondents. It can be difficult to measure and comprehend the effects of supply chain resilience, to enable this understanding, a list of 34 metrics indicative of resilient supply chains is presented. Additionally, effects of recent disruptions on Assa Abloy Entrance Systems supply chain have been investigated and summarized into a list of symptoms. We believe that the most valuable implications of this research are the comprehensive lists of metrics and strategies that supply chain managers can use to broaden their understanding of available alternatives.