The SupplyChainBrain Podcast From Resilience to Robustness: The Key to Supply Chain Success
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Nov 22, 2024 In this discussion, Alexander Chencher, Head of Supply Chain Excellence at Siemens Smart Infrastructure, shares his expertise in transforming supply chains from merely resilient to truly robust. He highlights the importance of proactive strategies to thrive during challenges, illustrated with insights from the COVID-19 pandemic. Chencher emphasizes building trust through data and enhancing communication for adaptability. He also discusses how digital integration can significantly improve supply chain efficiency, making collaboration a key to success.
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Resilience vs. Robustness
- Companies address challenges by responding and establishing a steady state, often at a lower level than before.
- Frequent and overlapping challenges reduce recovery time, demanding a shift from resilience to robustness.
Cancer Survivor Analogy
- Alexander Chencher's cancer survivor experience inspired his focus on robustness.
- He aims to prevent recurrence rather than just enduring, applying this analogy to supply chains.
Doing the Right Things
- Focus on doing the right things, not just doing things right, for long-term solutions.
- Avoid solely reacting to immediate problems; address the root causes for robust change.