Title: The Disadvantages of Global Supply Chain Management | Bizfluent
Headings: The Disadvantages of Global Supply Chain Management
The Disadvantages of Global Supply Chain Management
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Political, Economic and Environmental Instability
Different Standards and Regulations
Language and Communication Barriers
Harder Supply Chain Planning
Financial Disadvantages of Logistics Management

Content: It also takes more managerial expertise to choose the right businesses with which to work and successfully handle a global supply chain. TL;DR (Too Long; Didn't Read)
The disadvantages of global supply chain management include instability, differences in standards and regulations, language and communication barriers, harder planning and financial challenges. Political, Economic and Environmental Instability
Having issues such as political unrest, natural disasters and economic downturns impact your supply chain is one of the disadvantages of supply chain collaboration on a global scale. These issues can cause difficulties sourcing the products, materials and supplies you need when businesses have to close down or are unable to transport goods. This can lead to you not having enough inventory to fulfill customer demand and can hurt both your sales and customer satisfaction. 00:00
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You also have to consider your customers who may have their orders delayed due to issues beyond your control. Customs problems can block shipments at a certain port, while natural disasters can make it impossible for local postal services to deliver your customers' orders on time. Different Standards and Regulations
Managing a global supply chain requires you to understand laws and standards in multiple countries since customs can vary widely. For example, you face risks when you produce your patented product in a country that disregards intellectual property laws since your design might get leaked to competitors.