Case study of a supply-chain disruption

Businesses and countries that make up global value chains-the sophisticated networks that power international trade-have learned valuable lessons from past disruptions, making them more resilient today.
The impact of the 2011 earthquake and tsunami in Eastern Japan rippled through crucial supply chains, causing shutdowns and delays that affected companies ranging from auto manufacturers to tech giants. For many of them, though, being part of global networks meant they could turn to alternate suppliers and customers. That ability to adapt quickly made for a faster recovery and highlighted the importance of having backup plans in place for businesses everywhere.
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