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The Circular Economy Show Podcast

Scaling supply chains in the circular economy with Deborah Dull

May 21, 2024
Deborah Dull, supply chain super hero, discusses transitioning to circular supply chains in urban centers and the economic advantages of repair networks. The podcast explores innovations like machine vision for repair work and the crucial role of supply chain decisions in achieving a circular economy.
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Quick takeaways

  • Optimizing repair networks is crucial in transitioning to a circular supply chain.
  • Urban mining and smaller factories can enhance material sourcing and repair capabilities in cities.

Deep dives

Challenges of Circular Supply Chains

Circular supply chains present challenges in managing multiple tiers of suppliers with minimal visibility beyond tier two. The complexity arises as each supplier in the chain is not obligated to alter their practices for sustainability. The transition to a circular supply chain involves shortening supply chains to enhance visibility, enabling improved performance in terms of time and cost efficiency.

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