Securing the Supply Chain

Abstract

The exponential growth of digital connectivity in the logistics landscape has heightened the significance of cybersecurity. This chapter delves into the intricate fabric of securing supply chains against evolving cyber threats, aiming to equip logistics professionals with actionable strategies for resilience. Beginning with analysing the prevailing cyber threat landscape, it illuminates common vulnerabilities and highlights recent impactful attacks targeting supply chains. Understanding the nexus between cybersecurity and logistics resilience becomes pivotal, emphasizing the need for continuous operations amidst adversities. To fortify this resilience, the chapter meticulously navigates through risk assessment methodologies, mitigation strategies, and the imperative role of supply chain visibility. It elaborates on vendor and partner management protocols, advocating for stringent cybersecurity considerations within contractual agreements. Moreover, it outlines robust incident response plans and recovery strategies essential for mitigating cyber incidents' ramifications.