Resilient Global Supply Chains in Disruptive Economic Environments
About this audiobook
Global supply chains have long been designed around the principles of efficiency, scale, and cost optimization. For decades, this approach delivered remarkable economic growth and enabled organizations to source, produce, and distribute goods across continents with unprecedented speed. However, recent years have revealed a fundamental vulnerability in these tightly coupled systems. Economic shocks, geopolitical tensions, pandemics, climate events, and policy disruptions have exposed how fragile global supply chains can become when efficiency is pursued without adequate resilience.
This book, Resilient Global Supply Chains in Disruptive Economic Environments, emerges from the growing recognition that stability in modern supply networks can no longer be taken for granted. The central premise of this work is that resilience is not merely a reactive response to crises, but a strategic capability that must be intentionally designed, cultivated, and sustained. In an era defined by uncertainty, organizations that build resilient supply chains are better positioned not only to survive disruptions, but to adapt, innovate, and lead.
The chapters in this book explore resilience from multiple dimensions-economic, organizational, technological, and ethical. Beginning with foundational concepts, the book examines how global supply chains have evolved and why traditional models are increasingly insufficient. It then analyses the impact of disruptive economic forces and draws lessons from major global crises that have reshaped supply chain thinking. Subsequent chapters focus on practical strategies, including risk identification, network redesign, digital enablement, collaborative ecosystems, and sustainability-driven resilience.
A key objective of this book is to bridge theory and practice. While grounded in established research and industry insights, the content emphasizes real-world relevance for supply chain professionals, policymakers, researchers, and students. Rather than offering a one-size-fits-all solution, the book encourages readers to think critically about trade-offs, context-specific risks, and long-term strategic choices.
As global economies continue to face volatility and structural transformation, resilient supply chains will play a crucial role in ensuring economic continuity, social stability, and sustainable development. It is the author’s hope that this book will serve as a practical guide, a reference framework, and a catalyst for rethinking how supply chains are designed and governed in an increasingly unpredictable world.
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About the author
Dr. Subodh Sachan is an accomplished logistics leader with nearly three decades of experience in global freight forwarding, customs operations, and integrated supply chain management. As the CEO of Masters Logistics Solutions India Pvt. Ltd. (MLSIPL), he has transformed the company from a promising startup in 2014 into a nationally recognized logistics powerhouse, trusted by leading international brands. His leadership blends innovation, empathy, and strategic resilience—qualities that have earned him immense respect across the logistics community.
Known for his mentorship and people-centric approach, Dr. Sachan is celebrated for fostering transparency, corporate governance, and sustainability within MLSIPL. He has championed digital transformation initiatives, environmentally responsible practices, and operational excellence across all business functions. Under his guidance, MLSIPL has earned multiple prestigious awards, including the India Cargo Awards, ET Leadership Excellence Award, CII SCALE National Award, and Cargo NXT Award. Dr. Sachan continues to lead with vision, integrity, and a commitment to shaping future-ready logistics ecosystems.
Prof. Dr. Punit Goel is an academician and accomplished research mentor with over 32 years of rich experience in teaching, research, and academic leadership. Currently serving as a Professor and Editor-in-Chief of MIJCATR at Maharaja Agrasen Himalayan Garhwal University, he plays a pivotal role in guiding research excellence. He holds a Ph.D. from Gurukula Kangri Vishwavidyalaya, where he conducted doctoral research on Performance Management Systems in IT companies. Prof. Goel has an impressive academic portfolio, having authored 35 books and published over 200 research papers in reputed Scopus, IEEE, and other peer-reviewed journals. His expertise spans across interdisciplinary domains, and he is currently supervising eight Ph.D. scholars, with two already awarded under his guidance. He is actively engaged in the editorial boards of more than 10 international journals, contributing to the global research ecosystem. A recognized innovator, Prof. Goel holds more than 30 patents and frequently serves as a resource person in conferences, workshops, and seminars. Based in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, he is deeply committed to nurturing research scholars and guiding them through the processes of thesis writing, publishing, and academic book development, making him a trusted mentor in the academic community.
Dr. K Yogesh is a renowned educationist with a strong academic foundation, holding an M.Com, M.A. in Economics, M.A. in Education, and a PhD in Commerce. He is UGC NET-qualified in both Commerce and Education. Dr. Yogesh serves as the Chairman of Socrates Social Research University and NASA Trust in New Delhi, where he drives significant contributions in educational leadership and research. As the Founder of Gyan Sagar Education Society, he has been instrumental in shaping educational initiatives. Dr. Yogesh is also a prominent member of various distinguished organizations such as Vishva Yuvak Kendra, International Youth Hostel, Scindia Club of India, Lion's Club of India, and IMC Chamber of Commerce and Industry. He has authored 12 books, sharing his expertise across multiple fields.
Niharika Singh is an innovation and knowledge creation driven researcher with an abiding passion for building secure, scalable, and ethical digital ecosystems. She is unwavering about addressing the problems of the real-world through research work in artificial intelligence, optimization, and robust infrastructures.
With a background in Computer Science and Data Science, she is an author and co-author of a variety of IEEE-indexed conference papers and journal articles. Her research spans a variety of themes such as AI-based optimization, voting systems using blockchain, cloud robustness, and business process automation. Apart from publications, she was an active contributor and participant in research and industry projects pertaining to patenting, publication handling, and collaborative work and gained priceless experience in both research operations and academic publication.
Niharika is positioned at the crossroads of future technologies and applied research, intent on blending innovation with responsibility. In her career, she is eager to drive smart systems into higher security, trustworthiness, and sustainability in next-gen infrastructures.
