Track: Supply Chain

Abstract

The supply chain sustainability and disaster management are the fields having perennial scope for improvements. Despite various technological advancements, the conventional method of supply chain system remains highly inadequate in response to countering natural disasters and maintaining sustainability. This is where the idea of additive manufacturing (AM), a rapidly growing technique, can be incorporated to ensure a robust and resilient supply chain network. This paper focuses on evaluating the existing systems through relevant case studies and hence providing supplemental methodologies based on additive manufacturing and optimized purchasing strategies. In addition, utilization of such techniques in inventory management of parts and products and warehouse design & construction are also covered. Moreover, the scope of this potential breakthrough is wide enough in such a way that it can be amalgamated with the supply chain networks of all kinds of industries. In addition to all these functional improvements, this innovation would also bolster the concept of green and lean supply chain networks thereby contributing to an eco-friendly environment.