Design supply chains that are both sustainable and resilient with this program for supply chain leaders. Participants will learn to integrate environmental sustainability (green logistics, carbon reduction) with strategies to buffer against disruptions and ensure business continuity. The curriculum covers sustainable sourcing, eco‑efficient transportation, risk assessment, and continuity planning. Through case studies and practical exercises, attendees will develop the skills to build supply chains that meet current needs without compromising future generations, while withstanding shocks. This program is essential for supply chain executives, sustainability officers, and business continuity professionals.
Objectives
- Assess the environmental impact of supply chain operations
- Implement green logistics initiatives (route optimization, mode shifting, packaging)
- Develop sustainable sourcing and supplier engagement programs
- Identify and assess supply chain risks (disruptions, volatility, climate)
- Design risk buffering strategies (inventory, redundancy, diversification)
- Create business continuity plans for supply chain operations
- Integrate sustainability and resilience into supply chain strategy
- Measure and report on supply chain sustainability and resilience
- Foster collaboration with partners for shared goals
Target Audience
- Chief supply chain officers and directors
- Logistics and transportation managers
- Sustainability and CSR professionals
- Risk and continuity managers
- Procurement leaders
- Consultants in sustainable supply chain
- Anyone responsible for supply chain strategy
Methodology
- Carbon footprint calculation workshops
- Green logistics case studies
- Risk assessment and scenario planning exercises
- Business continuity plan development
- Supplier collaboration simulations
- Peer sharing of sustainable practices
- Action planning for supply chain transformation