Description
Book SynopsisThis book provides an in-depth exploration of the complexities surrounding supply chain globalization, de-globalization, and the prospective re-globalization. It not only presents the interplay of these phenomena but also navigates their root causes through the lens of organizational, economic and political theories. The analysis spans across multiple fields, enabling readers to grasp the full breadth and depth of the dynamics at play.
In this book, you'll delve into the intricacies of global sourcing and production. These discussions will help you understand the layers of complexities inherent in managing global supply chains. You'll explore the risks and uncertainties associated with international supply chain operations, gaining insight into building resilient and adaptive systems capable of thriving amidst constant change.
You'll also learn about the sustainability challenges emerging within the global supply chain environment. How can firms ensure that their supply chains remain economically viable, socially responsible, and environmentally friendly? These and other topics find their discussions in the pages of this book.
This book offers considerable value for various readers. Students at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels can gain essential understanding of concepts and phenomena related to supply chain globalization. Operational managers can find practical implications and strategies for managing their global supply chains amidst an unpredictable international trade environment.
Finally, the book doesn't only focus on the present. It forecasts potential future developments and proposes new research directions in the fields of supply chain management, strategic management, and international business. Thus, it's also an indispensable resource for scholars seeking fresh perspectives and avenues for exploration.
Table of ContentsChapter 1: Operations and supply chain
1.1 Operations management
1.2 Supply chain management
1.3 Globalized supply chain
1.4 Deglobalized supply chain
1.5 Chapter summary
Chapter 2: Theories of globalization and deglobalization
2.1 Macro economics and political science theories
2.1.1 Mercantilism
2.1.2 Classical economics
2.1.3 Economic logics of supply chain globalization and deglobalization
2.1.4 Realism
2.1.5 Liberalism
2.2 A political economy view on global operations and supply chain management
2.2.1 Operations and supply chain management studies with a view of political economy
2.3 Organizational theories
2.3.1 Transaction cost economics
2.3.2 Resource-based view
2.3.3 Resource dependence theory
2.3.4 Institutional theory
2.4 Chapter summary
Chapter 3: Managing globalized and deglobalized supply chains
3.1 Supply base complexity
3.1.1 Another view on supply base complexity
3.2 Risks in global supply chains
3.2.1 Supply base complexity and risk
3.2.2 Risk management and opportunity management
3.3 Sustainable supply chains
3.3.1 Sustainability and CSR
3.3.2 Trade-offs and alignments of 3Ps
3.3.3 ESG
3.3.4 Sustainability issues in the supply chain
3.4 Chapter summary
Chapter 4: Reglobalization
4.1 Theories relating to reglobalization
4.2 From deglobalized to reglobalized supply chain
4.3 Outer-space supply chain
4.3.1 Outer space as supply sources
4.3.2 Outer space as markets
4.4 Concluding remarks
