WATCH: FEMA Prep Talk on How Private Sector Resilience Is All in the Supply Chain

Dr. Yossi Sheffi’s PrepTalk, “Private Sector Resilience: It is All in the Supply Chain,” explains the modes of failure in supply chain networks, explores new ways to think about disruptions, and showcases a General Motors case study on the complexities of supply chain management.

“Prior relationships between all elements of public sector and all elements of private sector are crucial”, said Dr. Sheffi. “Collaboration and communication is key to effective resilience and effective response.” Dr. Sheffi is Elisha Gray II Professor of Engineering Systems and Director of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Center for Transportation and Logistics (CTL).

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