Global Resilience in Transport and Logistics

Abstract

This study aims to develop the Global Resilience In Transport-and-Logistics (GRIT) framework designed to reinforce the resilience of global supply chains against a variety of disruptions, from pandemics to geopolitical tensions and environmental challenges. It facilitates devising robust, adaptable logistics and transportation strategies that help mitigate the challenges of supply chain disruptions. The research adopts a mixed-methods approach, combining a literature review with the conceptual foundation of the Stress and Strain model and the Theory of Graceful Extensibility. It adapts these concepts to the global transportation and logistics sector to develop the GRIT framework. The findings reveal the GRIT's potential in identifying critical areas for strategic intervention and thus enabling logistics managers to adeptly navigate disruptions. Through its application in a real-world scenario, the framework demonstrates its applicability and effectiveness in mitigating the impact of supply chain disruptions.