Supply Chain Fragility

Description

The barriers and threats to the UK Defence supply chain including cyber attack, business continuity and support in an uncertain environment and ensuring a broad and fair access to the Defence market for new/ SME suppliers.

Aspiration/Vision

A diverse, cyber secure UK Defence supply chain that mitigates single points of failure and supports and sustains SME access.

First Steps/Building Blocks

Identify geopolitical risk and select the five top risks to focus on, [based on value and impact] Identify key Defence stakeholders and actors Map the “as is” SCM processes Define human resource requirements to carry out agreed processes Identify strategic items of supply.

Events

Information on all sector-relevant events, run by TD-Info and other organisations.

Executive Group Team Meeting

The Team Defence Executive Team operate monthly sessions which will look to support and mature opportunities and guide the broad portfolio of Team Defence Activities so they align with the strategic direction and focus set by the Team Defence Strategy Group. This is a...

News

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