The decalogue of questions to think of if any of your tiers in supply chain may be affected by coronavirus from Wuhan, China. Think about these tactical and strategic questions:
- which suppliers quoted certain components at which specification revision within last years?
- if my counterparts have done over last year similar sourcing activities?
- what is the full value stream map incl. tier 2, 3, 4… to deliver component at risk?
- what can be Total Cost of Acquisition of new source?
- which suppliers from our centrally maintained supply base capability matrix are capable to replace weak link in the supply chain?
- what are the risks of changing source based on centrally maintained purchasing risk register?
- which suppliers within supply chain due to fragile financial situation may fall due to interruption in cash flow inflow related to production stoppage?
- what are the potential mid term bottlenecks in supply chain as my competitors will likely focus on the rare resources to (sudden shrink in supply)?
- what is the free capacity of my alternative sources to help me?
- and finally “a friend in need is a friend indeed”, how have I treated my suppliers? can I feel as preferred customer?
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News on Supply Chain interruptions related to coronavirus from media:
Automotive News Europe – Hyundai
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