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The rise of collaborative supply chain ecosystems: Unlocking resilience and agility in the business landscape

In the post-pandemic world, businesses are recognising the importance of collaborative supply chain ecosystems to enhance resilience and agility. Research shows that over 77% of companies are investing in deeper supplier relationships. These ecosystems involve interconnected networks of suppliers, manufacturers, logistics providers, and retailers working together to deliver products. Previously, businesses operated in silos, leading to inefficiencies and missed collaboration opportunities. However, as global competition intensifies, companies are realising the benefits of integration and collaboration. It is predicted that by 2026, more than 50% of large organisations will compete as collaborative digital ecosystems. To enable such ecosystems, purpose-built digital solutions like multi-enterprise collaboration platforms are emerging, allowing real-time data sharing across the network. Although the shift from linear supply chains to ecosystems requires time, resources, and collaboration, it enables efficiency, cost reduction, and quicker responses to market changes. By embracing supply chain ecosystems, organisations can achieve a competitive advantage and deliver superior products and services to customers.

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