Recent geopolitical tensions, from trade wars and the conflict in Ukraine to the situation in the Middle East and the fragmentation of economic blocs, have profoundly impacted global supply chains. Now more than ever, organizations need to factor geopolitical risks into their strategic planning and rethink their logistics to deal with the growing instability that shows no signs of abating in the near future.
This one-day program explores the main risks emerging from this landscape that pose a threat to your supply chain. You will discover concrete solutions you can use to secure your operations and future-proof your business continuity plan, along with some hands-on tools that can be implemented to strengthen the resilience of your supply chain.
This one-day program explores the main risks emerging from this landscape that pose a threat to your supply chain. You will discover concrete solutions you can use to secure your operations and future-proof your business continuity plan, along with some hands-on tools that can be implemented to strengthen the resilience of your supply chain.
GOALS
- Leverage key sources of information to pinpoint geopolitical risks.
- Assess these risks using industry-leading analytics.
- Establish strategies adapted to your business that will help you keep your logistics running smoothly when challenges arise.
IS THIS FOR YOU
Managers and professionals with decision-making responsibilities related to supply chain management.
SPECIAL FEATURES
- Sharp focus on current geopolitical realities.
- Practical approach, with hands-on tools, real-world case studies and shared insights.
Participants will receive a certificate of completion from Executive Education HEC Montréal.
Identifying risks
- Impact of geopolitical tensions on worldwide supply chains
- Introduction to high-quality sources of reliable, up-to-date information
Assessing risks
- Quantification of potential impacts on business operations
- Risk prioritization based on likelihood of occurrence and potential severity
- Case study
Mitigating risks
- Operational strategies and policies
- Time sensitivity
- Reputational risk
- Case study
TRAINING APPROACH
- Presentation of approaches to managing geopolitical risk, supported by findings from industry research
- Structured discussions encouraging participants to share their experiences throughout the day.
- Opportunity to experiment with state-of-the-art tools used to identify and analyze risks.
- Case studies to explore and discuss mitigation strategies.
Rémi Charpin
MBA, Ph.D.
Associate Professor, Department of Logistics and Operations Management, HEC Montréal
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GOALS
- Leverage key sources of information to pinpoint geopolitical risks.
- Assess these risks using industry-leading analytics.
- Establish strategies adapted to your business that will help you keep your logistics running smoothly when challenges arise.
IS THIS FOR YOU
Managers and professionals with decision-making responsibilities related to supply chain management.
SPECIAL FEATURES
- Sharp focus on current geopolitical realities.
- Practical approach, with hands-on tools, real-world case studies and shared insights.
Participants will receive a certificate of completion from Executive Education HEC Montréal.
Identifying risks
- Impact of geopolitical tensions on worldwide supply chains
- Introduction to high-quality sources of reliable, up-to-date information
Assessing risks
- Quantification of potential impacts on business operations
- Risk prioritization based on likelihood of occurrence and potential severity
- Case study
Mitigating risks
- Operational strategies and policies
- Time sensitivity
- Reputational risk
- Case study
TRAINING APPROACH
- Presentation of approaches to managing geopolitical risk, supported by findings from industry research
- Structured discussions encouraging participants to share their experiences throughout the day.
- Opportunity to experiment with state-of-the-art tools used to identify and analyze risks.
- Case studies to explore and discuss mitigation strategies.
Rémi Charpin
MBA, Ph.D.
Associate Professor, Department of Logistics and Operations Management, HEC Montréal