Nowadays, it's almost impossible to open a newspaper without encountering an article on 'sustainability'. Whether it's in the context of the financial services industry, the broader economy, or society as a whole, sustainability has become a critical issue. In recent years, it has gained significant traction and is now recognised as a necessity rather than just a trend.
Over the past decade, the focus on environmental issues has grown exponentially, resulting in various global commitments and initiatives aimed at transforming current institutional, economic, and financial models.
This training focuses on supply chain risk management, providing participants with the insights and strategies necessary to effectively mitigate risks throughout their supply chain networks. With increasing complexity and interdependency in global supply chains, managing risks—from environmental disruptions to geopolitical challenges—has become a priority for ensuring business continuity and resilience.
Duration: 3h
Language: Available in English or French. The supporting material is available exclusively in English.
Number of participants: up to 15
Available as intra-company course (i.e. dedicated session on demand)
Objectives
By the end of this training, participants will:
- understand the fundamentals of supply chain risk management and its critical importance in maintaining business continuity;
- identify common risks, vulnerabilities, and disruptions that may impact supply chains, including external and internal factors;
- learn effective strategies and best practices for risk identification, assessment, and mitigation;
- gain practical tools for improving supply chain resilience and building a comprehensive risk management framework;
- develop the ability to implement proactive risk assessment procedures and scenario planning.
Content
Introduction to supply chain risk management
- Definition and importance of risk management in supply chains.
- Key elements of a resilient supply chain.
Types of supply chain risks
- External risks: natural disasters, geopolitical instability, regulatory changes.
- Internal risks: supplier issues, logistics failures, quality problems.
Risk identification and assessment
- Tools for mapping and analysing supply chain vulnerabilities.
- Risk assessment methodologies and prioritisation techniques.
Risk mitigation strategies
- Proactive approaches: diversification, contingency planning, and dual sourcing.
- Technological solutions: using digital tools for visibility and tracking risks.
- Collaboration with suppliers to build a robust risk response.
Building supply chain resilience
- Best practices for improving flexibility and responsiveness in supply chains.
- Case studies of successful risk management and resilience initiatives.
Monitoring, reporting, and risk response
- Framework for continuous monitoring of supply chain risks.
- Effective crisis response and communication plans.
Target audience
Supply chain managers, procurement specialists, operations professionals, risk management officers, and business leaders responsible for supply chain continuity.
Our lead experts
This training is coordinated by Michael Horvath, Partner and Julien Jacqué, Director at PwC Luxembourg.
Michael has acquired a strong financial and regulatory audit as well as advisory background and significant experience leading projects in the asset management sphere.
In the recent past, Michael has been particularly involved in various regulatory projects related to the implementation of the EU regulatory framework for sustainable finance (i.e. SFDR, taxonomy regulation, CSRD) at entity and product level. Michael is involved in various other regulatory projects for clients, from DORA, AML/CFT regulation over CSSF circular 18/698 to MICA.
Julien is the EMEA Sustainability in Finance Transformation Leader at PwC and is actively engaged in PwC EMEA’s CSRD Centre of Excellence. With over 11 years of consulting experience, he currently oversees PwC LU’s Sustainability Reporting and Transformation services.
Julien holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering and Corporate Finance and has provided extensive support to clients in the implementation of data and technology solutions. Over the past few years, he has assisted both financial and corporate clients in their sustainability journey, spanning strategy, transformation, and reporting. Julien possesses both theoretical knowledge and practical expertise in ESG regulations such as CSRD, EU Taxonomy, EU ETS, and CBAM.
