RISK & RESILIENCE
In an era of unprecedented disruption, punctuated by semiconductor shortages, geopolitical tensions and beyond, supply chain resilience has become something of a business imperative.
But achieving true resilience requires more than reactive measures. Instead, it demands a fundamental shift in how manufacturers approach procurement, supplier relationships and data-driven decision-making.
The challenge facing procurement professionals today is striking the delicate balance between cost efficiency and long-term stability. Supplier diversification strategies must be weighed against digital investments, while traditional metrics focused solely on price are no longer sufficient. Organisations must embrace end-to-end visibility, foster genuine partnerships based on data sharing and leverage technology to anticipate risks before they materialise.
In a recent webinar hosted in association with Amazon Business, Ashley Naughton, Head of Supply Chain at NTT DATA UK & I, and Martin Corner, Executive Director of Supply Chain Management at Aston Martin Lagonda, explored these evolving dynamics and the importance of supplier diversification.
Q: HOW CAN PROCUREMENT TEAMS IN MANUFACTURING IMPROVE SUPPLY CHAIN VISIBILITY GIVEN TODAY’ S VULNERABILITIES? Ashley: Procurement has a massive role to play in driving resilience and
88 January 2026