Supply Chain Network Design in Turbulent Times

How CSCOs adapt networks to reduce cost, risk, and decision delays.

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    As volatility becomes constant, 62% of CSCOs report delays in network decisions.  Many still rely on rigid models that fail to capture the true cost of disruption, leading to slower decisions, and margin pressure from ongoing friction.

    To stay competitive, CSCOs must embed adaptability into network design to absorb disruption, diversify risk, and pivot infrastructure.

    Download The Supply Chain Network Design in Turbulent Times report to explore:

    • How to quantify the financial impact of turbulence
    • The role of operational, network and capital adaptability
    • Actions to avoid sunk costs and enable flexible network strategies

    Gartner guidance for network design priorities

    CSCOs often struggle to align network design decisions with ongoing disruption and volatility. Traditional models underestimate the cost of turbulence, leading to slower decisions and reduced confidence in outcomes.  Network adaptability presents a critical opportunity to improve resilience, reduce risk, and protect margins across supply chain operations.

    Learn how Gartner helps CSCOs incorporate adaptability, define investment exit criteria, and prioritize strategies that enable more effective, flexible network decision-making.