Supply Chain Management

1. Global Supply Chain Management
   1. Differences between Domestic and Global Supply Chains
      1. Complexity and scale
         1. Number of stakeholders involved
         2. Longer lead times
      2. Regulatory and legal considerations
         1. Compliance with international laws
         2. Customs procedures and documentation
      3. Currency and financial transactions
         1. Exchange rate fluctuations
         2. Payment methods and terms
      4. Supply base distribution
         1. Global sourcing networks
         2. Diverse supplier locations
   2. International Trade Regulations
      1. Tariffs and Duties
         1. Impact on pricing and cost structure
         2. Methods for tariff classification
      2. Free Trade Agreements
         1. Regional agreements (e.g., NAFTA, EU)
         2. Bilateral and multilateral agreements
      3. Customs Procedures and Compliance
         1. Import/export documentation
         2. Harmonized System (HS) codes and classification
      4. Export Control Laws
         1. Restrictions on certain goods
         2. Dual-use regulation
   3. Cross-Cultural and Communication Challenges
      1. Language barriers
         1. Translation and interpretation services
         2. Miscommunication risks
      2. Cultural Differences
         1. Negotiation styles and practices
         2. Business etiquette and norms
      3. Building global teams
         1. Virtual teams and remote collaboration
         2. Time zone challenges
   4. Global Logistics and Transportation Issues
      1. Transportation Infrastructure
         1. Port capacity and capabilities
         2. Connectivity challenges in emerging markets
      2. Global Shipping Routes
         1. Major trade lanes and corridors
         2. Impact of geopolitical tensions
      3. Freight forwarding and customs brokerage
         1. Role of intermediaries
         2. Coordination of multimodal shipments
      4. Environmental Impact
         1. Carbon emissions regulations
         2. Selection of eco-friendly transport modes
   5. Strategies for Effective Global Supply Chain Management
      1. Global Network Design
         1. Location of manufacturing and distribution centers
         2. Route optimization
      2. Technology Utilization
         1. Digital supply networks
         2. Real-time tracking and visibility solutions
      3. Workforce Management
         1. Cross-training and skill development
         2. Leadership and management in diverse environments
   6. Risk Management in Global Supply Chains
      1. Identifying Global Risks
         1. Political instability
         2. Economic fluctuations
      2. Risk Mitigation for Global Supply Chains
         1. Diversification of suppliers
         2. Scenario planning and modeling
   7. Sustainability in Global Supply Chains
      1. Ethical Sourcing and Procurement
         1. Fair labor practices across borders
         2. Supplier audits and certifications
      2. Waste Management and Resource Efficiency
         1. Circular supply chain models
         2. Reducing packaging waste globally
   8. Future Trends in Global Supply Chain Management
      1. Increased regionalization vs. globalization
      2. Technological advances and automation
      3. Shift towards de-globalization and its impacts