Reconfigurable Supply Chains An Integrated Framework

Section 4.2 introduces the concept of reconfigurable supply chains. It is followed by a description of multiple perspectives on supply chain configuration decisionmaking, presented in the form of supply chain configuration problem taxonomy. Finally, an integrated framework supporting supply chain reconfigurability is presented. 

As a result, supply chains can no longer be expected to preserve their structure over a long horizon because they risk losing their competitiveness or face internal collapse. The supply chain configuration must be able to respond to changing customer demands and operating environments. Reinforcement and modification 

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Chapter 4. Reconfigurable Supply Chains An Integrated Framework... 

The purpose of this chapter is to describe reconfigurable supply chains, their need, and their advantages. Then, we lay out an integrated framework for their implementation that maps problems and issues with suggested methods and techniques (either published in the literature or those laid out in later chapters). Basically, it lays the foundation for methodology in Chap. 5 and solutions described in Part 11 of the book. 

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