Supply Chain

Definition

The entire network of getting raw materials transformed into products and delivered to customers. Disrupting one small part somehow ruins everything.

Example Usage

The semiconductor shortage created massive supply chain disruptions across the entire automotive industry.

Source: Operations and logistics terminology

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heads down time

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💼 Corporate / Business

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💼 Corporate / Business

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offload

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💼 Corporate / Business

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