What factors influence supply chain resilience

Abstract

The main objective of this thesis is to identify the factors that influence supply chain resilience. This research is quantitative in nature, and primary data was collected via a survey from 147 businesses in eight distinct industries located throughout Finland. Theoretical framework consists of resilience in supply chain management, supply risk management, data analysis and sustainability practices. The data were analyzed in both descriptive and explanatory ways. Statistical tests indicates that there is positive relationship among resilience and data analytics, risk management and sustainability practices. The article concludes by discussing how these findings can be used to influence and steer effective changes that increase a company's resilience to deal with any type of disruption.