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China +1 Strategy in Global Supply Chains: Opportunities and Challenges

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Training Overview

China +1 Strategy in Global Supply Chains: Opportunities and Challenges

This course structure provides a comprehensive approach to understanding and implementing the “China +1” strategy, including practical insights, real-world examples, and an opportunity for participants to test their knowledge.

Course Sections:

Section 1: Introduction to “China +1” Strategy

  • What is “China +1”?
    • Overview of the strategy where companies diversify their supply chain by adding one or more countries besides China.
    • Reasons for considering this strategy: geopolitical tensions, supply chain disruptions, and the need for risk mitigation.
  • Historical Context and Evolution
    • How global supply chains have been historically centered in China.
    • Overview of China’s current dominance in various manufacturing sectors, with a focus on the electronics and PCB industries.

Section 2: The Rationale Behind “China +1”

  • Geopolitical and Economic Drivers
    • U.S.-China trade tensions and their impact on global manufacturing.
    • The economic benefits and challenges of relocating production.
  • De-risking Supply Chains
    • Analysis of how companies are using the “China +1” strategy to mitigate risks such as tariffs, political instability, and supply chain bottlenecks.
  • Case Study: Luxshare’s Investment Shift
    • Examine the case of Luxshare shifting its expansion plans from India to Vietnam, highlighting the strategic considerations involved.

Section 3: Challenges of Implementing “China +1”

  • Infrastructure and Workforce Issues
    • Challenges related to infrastructure, such as power and water supply in new locations.
    • Workforce availability and the quality of labour in alternative countries.
  • Economic and Logistical Hurdles
    • Discussion on overcapacity issues, especially in the PCB industry.
    • Costs related to re-qualification and potential quality concerns during the transition phase.
  • Intellectual Property and Communication Barriers
    • Concerns about IP rights in new manufacturing hubs.
    • Language barriers and their impact on quality control.

Section 4: Case Study – The PCB Industry

  • China’s Dominance in PCB Production
    • Statistics on global PCB production, with China holding a significant share.
  • Thailand’s PCB Manufacturing Efforts
    • Focus on Thailand’s initiatives to develop a PCB manufacturing cluster.
    • Discussion on the challenges and potential success of these new ventures.

Section 5: Strategic Considerations and Outlook

  • Evaluating Your Supply Chain
    • How to assess your company’s dependence on Chinese suppliers.
    • Conducting a risk analysis for potential supply chain shifts.
  • Future Outlook for the “China +1” Strategy
    • Predictions on the future of global supply chains and China’s role.
    • The potential long-term impact of the “China +1” strategy on global trade.
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Training Highlights

  • Understand the "China +1" Strategy: Define the "China +1" strategy and its relevance in the current geopolitical and economic climate.
  • Analyze the Benefits and Risks: Identify the benefits and potential risks associated with diversifying supply chains away from China.
  • Examine Case Studies: Assess real-world examples of companies implementing the "China +1" strategy, with a focus on the Printed Circuit Board (PCB) industry.
  • Evaluate Strategic Decisions: Conduct a risk analysis for their own companies' supply chains and evaluate the potential impact of shifting production to other countries.
  • Formulate a Supply Chain Strategy: Develop an informed supply chain strategy considering the "China +1" model, while maintaining quality and cost-effectiveness.

Training formats & pricing

Half Day

Outcome Understanding

Best suited to creating shared understanding.

From £2,400 per cohort of up to 20 participants
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  • Introduction to the subject
  • Key models and frameworks
  • Practical workplace examples
  • Interactive exercises
  • Self-reflection and behavioural insight
  • Practical tools delegates can use immediately

Full Day

Outcome Application

Best suited to capability building.

From £3,800 per cohort of up to 20 participants
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Everything in the Half Day, and:

  • Deeper behavioural analysis and diagnosis
  • Multiple scenarios and live simulation
  • Team exercises
  • Applied to delegates' own workplace situations
  • Extended discussion and facilitator coaching
  • Individual action planning

Train the Trainer

Outcome Ability to teach

Best suited to internal capability and scaling.

Custom pricing Scoped to cohort and licence term
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Accreditation includes:

  • Full programme content and methodology
  • Facilitator guide and all materials
  • Exercise briefs and debriefing technique
  • Supervised practice with coaching
  • Assessment of facilitation competence
  • Licence to deliver internally

In-person programme prices are indicative and vary with cohort size, location and language of delivery.

Institutional learning journey

Curated visits to City institutions and leadership sites, sequenced around the programme. Commissioned alongside any format.

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How We Measure Impact

Training should change behaviour and behaviour should show up in the work. We evaluate programmes against the outcomes that matter to the organisation.

Improvement in team retention
23%
Pre/post diagnostic · 6-month follow-up
Lift in engagement scores
31%
Client engagement survey · baseline vs +90 days
Faster decisions under pressure
2.4×
Manager-reported decision velocity

Capability shift, pre to post

Score out of 100
  • Team communication 42 → 64+22 points, from baseline to after the programme
  • Psychological safety 45 → 88+43 points, from baseline to after the programme

Durability of behaviour change

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Durability of behaviour change over 90 days Illustrative: capability under the LIA programme rises through delivery and is sustained across the following 90 days, while typical training peaks at delivery and reverts toward baseline. 90 days after delivery High Base Start Delivery +90 days Retained capability LIA programme Typical training

Isolated training reverts under operational pressure. Structured action planning and 90-day reinforcement hold the gains.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do we know this will actually change behaviour, not just fill a training day?

We run a pre/post diagnostic against measures you already track such as retention, engagement and decision speed, with a follow-up at 90 days.

What does the price include?

Facilitation, all delegate materials, CPD certification, and a pre-session context briefing with your team. Priced per group of up to 20 delegates.

Can you tailor it to our sector and cohort?

Yes. We brief with you first and rebuild the scenarios around your mandate, markets and seniority mix. Public-sector delegations and multinational teams get different case material.

We can't release the team for a full day. What are the options?

A 3.5-hour half-day, or we split delivery across sessions. Self-paced online is available for teams who need to work around the diary entirely.

Do you deliver outside the UK?

Yes — across EMEA, including Gulf markets, on site or hybrid. We also host institutional learning journeys in London for visiting delegations.

What happens after we enquire?

You will hear from a programme director within one working day. We will ask about your cohort and mandate, then return a tailored proposal with dates and costs. No obligation.

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