Key Supply Chain Terms Explained
Essential terminology you need to understand Supply Chain news. Each term is explained in plain language with context for how it appears in current reporting.
Supply Chain Visibility
Real-time tracking of goods, materials, and information across the chain
Nearshoring
Moving supply chain operations closer to end markets (vs. offshoring)
Digital Twin
Virtual replica of a physical supply chain for simulation and optimization
Last-Mile Delivery
The final leg of delivery from distribution center to customer
Freight Forwarding
Coordinating shipment logistics between carriers and shippers
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