In today's fast-paced world, businesses must keep up with ever-changing trends and consumer expectations to stay relevant. The solution lies in Supply Chain 5.0 — a concept that prioritizes customer-centricity, sustainability, and digitization.In this groundbreaking book, the authors have evolved the essential ingredients of Supply Chain 5.0, defining the next generation of business performance. With a focus on digital technology, this guide explores the use of quantum computing and robotics, AI, Blockchain, and digitization of procurement to optimize operations and achieve business objectives.But that's not all. The authors also delve into the critical importance of sustainability and human rights in today's supply chain management. Discover how to create a socially responsible and sustainable supply chain while providing exceptional customer service.From the impact of robotics to the future of healthcare supply chains, this comprehensive guide covers a wide range of topics. It provides actionable insights and strategies that businesses can use to improve supply chain efficiency, sustainability, and resilience.Whether you're a supply chain professional, a business owner, or simply interested in the future of global commerce, this book is a must-read. Get ready to stay ahead of the curve and transform your supply chain management in the face of an ever-changing landscape.

Growing global trade flows and integration has led to continuous and accelerating changes to our global supply chains over the past decades. Recent macroeconomic events, new technological developments, and most notably Covid-19, are envisioned to push global supply chains in further transforming and adapting. How will companies look into issues of resilience, security, and digitalisation in their supply chains and operations?Global Supply Chains in a Glocal World aims to answer these mission-critical questions via a series of articles contributed by academics and senior management covering different industry sectors such as healthcare, food, e-commerce, textiles, mobility, and FMCG, as well as geographical, risk management, and technological perspectives. Proffering varied views of what has happened during the Covid years and what it means for the future, this book provides academics and practitioners a valuable resource when they navigate their next steps in an increasingly turbulent world.