Introduction

Effective supply chain planning and strategy are essential for businesses to optimize operations, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction. A well-structured supply chain strategy aligns with business goals, enhances agility, and ensures resilience against disruptions.

This course provides professionals with advanced knowledge and tools for strategic supply chain planning, covering demand forecasting, inventory optimization, supply network design, risk management, and digital transformation. Participants will explore best practices, AI-driven decision-making, and predictive analytics to build a competitive and future-ready supply chain.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will:

• Understand the fundamentals of supply chain planning and strategic decision-making.
• Learn how to align supply chain operations with business goals for efficiency and cost reduction.
• Explore demand forecasting, inventory management, and supply network optimization.
• Assess risk management strategies and resilience planning for global supply chains.
• Develop a data-driven, AI-enabled supply chain strategy for competitive advantage.
• Gain insights into future trends, digital transformation, and sustainable supply chains.

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for professionals responsible for supply chain strategy, operations, and optimization, including:

• Supply Chain & Logistics Managers
• Procurement & Sourcing Specialists
• Business Strategy & Operations Executives
• Warehouse & Inventory Control Managers
• IT & Digital Transformation Experts in SCM
• Entrepreneurs & Business Owners Managing Supply Chains

Course Outline

Day 1: Fundamentals of Supply Chain Planning & Strategy

Unit 1: Understanding Supply Chain Planning & Strategic Goals

• The Role of Supply Chain Planning in Business Strategy
• Supply Chain Planning vs. Supply Chain Execution
• Key Components of a Strategic Supply Chain Plan
• Case Study: How Amazon Aligns Supply Chain Planning with Business Growth

Unit 2: Supply Chain Strategy Development

• Aligning Supply Chain with Corporate Objectives
• Centralized vs. Decentralized Supply Chain Models
• Lean vs. Agile Supply Chains: Choosing the Right Approach
• Workshop: Designing a Supply Chain Strategy for an International Business

Day 2: Demand Planning, Forecasting & Inventory Optimization

Unit 3: Demand Forecasting & Data-Driven Decision Making

• The Importance of Demand Forecasting in Supply Chain Strategy
• AI & Machine Learning for Accurate Demand Prediction
• Managing Seasonal Demand, Volatility & Uncertainty
• Case Study: How Zara Uses AI-Driven Demand Forecasting to Reduce Inventory Costs

Unit 4: Inventory Planning & Optimization Strategies

• Inventory Control Models: EOQ, JIT, VMI & Safety Stock Optimization
• Reducing Stockouts & Excess Inventory Using Predictive Analytics
• AI & IoT for Real-Time Inventory Monitoring & Automated Replenishment
• Workshop: Creating an Inventory Optimization Plan

Day 3: Supply Network Design & Risk Management

Unit 5: Supply Chain Network Optimization

• Designing an Efficient Supply Chain Network
• Multi-Echelon Inventory Optimization for Cost Efficiency & Customer Service
• Warehouse & Distribution Strategy for Global & Regional Supply Chains
• Case Study: How Tesla Optimizes Its Supply Chain Network for Electric Vehicles

Unit 6: Risk Management & Supply Chain Resilience

• Identifying & Managing Supply Chain Disruptions
• AI-Powered Risk Prediction & Scenario Planning
• The Role of Blockchain for Secure & Transparent Supply Chains
• Workshop: Developing a Risk Resilience Plan for Supply Chain Strategy

Day 4: Digital Transformation & Sustainability in Supply Chains

Unit 7: AI, IoT & Blockchain for Supply Chain Optimization

• The Role of AI in Supply Chain Planning & Decision-Making
• IoT for Real-Time Monitoring & Supply Chain Visibility
• Smart Contracts & Blockchain for Automated Supply Chain Transactions
• Case Study: How Walmart Uses Blockchain for Supplier Transparency

Unit 8: Sustainability & Green Supply Chain Strategy

• ESG & Sustainable Procurement Strategies
• Carbon Reduction & Circular Economy in Supply Chains
• AI-Driven Waste Reduction & Energy Efficiency
• Workshop: Developing a Sustainable Supply Chain Strategy

Day 5: Future Trends & Strategic Implementation in Supply Chain Planning

Unit 9: The Future of Supply Chain Planning & Strategy

• The Impact of 5G, Digital Twins & Predictive Analytics on SCM
• The Future of Autonomous Supply Chains & AI-Driven Decision-Making
• How Hyper-Personalization & On-Demand Supply Chains Are Changing the Industry
• Panel Discussion: Experts on the Future of Digital & Sustainable SCM

Unit 10: Implementing a Data-Driven Supply Chain Strategy

• Developing a Comprehensive, Data-Centric Supply Chain Plan
• Measuring Success: KPIs & Performance Metrics for Strategic SCM
• Final Project: Designing a Competitive Supply Chain Strategy
• Course Wrap-Up & Certification

Training Methodology

• Interactive Lectures & Real-World Case Studies from Leading Companies
• Hands-On Workshops with AI, Predictive Analytics & Digital SCM Tools
• Live Demonstrations of IoT, Blockchain & Smart SCM Platforms
• Simulations & Scenario-Based Exercises for Strategic Planning
• Expert Panel Discussions & Group Strategy Sessions