Make Smarter Investments in
Resilient Supply Chains
Walid Klibi, Kai Trepte, and James B. Rice Jr.
Many companies invest in resilience only after a disruption. Applying
the concept of real options can help decision makers fortify supply chain
capabilities no matter the crisis.
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