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supply chain design

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Supply chain design is a strategic academic concept and research area focused on configuring the physical structure of a supply chain network. It investigates optimal network configurations, involving decisions on facility location, capacity, and roles, and the flow of resources, to achieve long-term performance objectives like cost efficiency, responsiveness, and sustainability.

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