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