The new model of a tight, fast, low-inventory supply chain, operating across political and cultural boundaries, has reduced the overall level of supply chain risk.

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This model, while efficient, actually increases supply chain risk due to its reliance on just-in-time production, which leaves little room for error or disruption in the supply chain. Political, cultural, and logistical differences across borders can further exacerbate these risks.

The New Model of a Tight, Fast, Low-Inventory Supply Chain