Overview
Assignment Title: Supply Chain Risk Analysis and Mitigation (2026)
Assignment Overview
This assignment evaluates your ability to identify, analyze, and respond to a major supply chain risk in today’s environment. You will apply course concepts to a real-world issue affecting global supply chains in 2026. The focus is not only on identifying the risk, but also on demonstrating how it can be mitigated using structured, practical approaches grounded in what you have learned in this course.
Assignment Requirements
You will write a 750-word paper addressing the following components:
First, identify what you believe is the single biggest risk facing supply chains in 2026. Clearly explain why this risk is significant and how it affects supply chain performance, including cost, service levels, reliability, or sustainability.
Second, analyze the operational impact of this risk. Discuss how it affects key supply chain functions such as procurement, supplier relationships, logistics, inventory management, and business continuity. This section should demonstrate depth of thinking and an understanding of downstream consequences.
Third, explain how this risk can be mitigated using concepts learned in this course. You should apply relevant tools and strategies such as supplier diversification, risk management frameworks, contract strategies, digital technologies (e.g., ERP systems, analytics, visibility tools), inventory positioning, or sustainability practices. Be specific in explaining how these strategies would be implemented in practice.
Finally, include a brief reflection on what you learned in this course that helped you understand and address this risk. This should connect academic concepts to real-world application and demonstrate your development as a supply chain professional.
Source Requirements (APA Format)
You must include a minimum of three credible sources, such as peer-reviewed journal articles, academic texts, or reputable industry publications. All sources must be cited using APA 7th edition format.
In-text citations should follow APA style (Author, Year).
Example: (Christopher & Peck, 2004)
The reference page must be titled “References” and formatted according to APA guidelines.
Example:
Christopher, M., & Peck, H. (2004). Building the resilient supply chain. The International Journal of Logistics Management, 15(2), 1–14.
Tang, C. S. (2006). Robust strategies for mitigating supply chain disruptions. International Journal of Logistics Research and Applications, 9(1), 33–45.
Ivanov, D., & Dolgui, A. (2020). Viability of intertwined supply networks: Extending the supply chain resilience angles. International Journal of Production Research, 58(10), 2904–2915.
Formatting Guidelines (APA Style)
The paper should be approximately 750 words, double-spaced, using a 12-point font such as Times New Roman. Include standard APA formatting:
- Title page (if required by instructor)
- 1-inch margins
- Running head (if required)
- Page numbers in the top right corner
- Proper paragraph structure (no bullet points)