Managing Globalized, Deglobalized and Reglobalized Supply Chains

This book provides an in-depth exploration of the complexities surrounding supply chain globalization, de-globalization, and the prospective re-globalization. It not only presents the interplay of these phenomena but also navigates their root causes through the lens of organizational, economic and political theories. The analysis spans across multiple fields, enabling readers to grasp the full breadth and depth of the dynamics at play.
 
In this book, you'll delve into the intricacies of global sourcing and production. These discussions will help you understand the layers of complexities inherent in managing global supply chains. You'll explore the risks and uncertainties associated with international supply chain operations, gaining insight into building resilient and adaptive systems capable of thriving amidst constant change.
 
You'll also learn about the sustainability challenges emerging within the global supply chain environment. How can firms ensure that their supply chains remain economically viable, socially responsible, and environmentally friendly? These and other topics find their discussions in the pages of this book.
 
This book offers considerable value for various readers. Students at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels can gain essential understanding of concepts and phenomena related to supply chain globalization. Operational managers can find practical implications and strategies for managing their global supply chains amidst an unpredictable international trade environment.
 

Finally, the book doesn't only focus on the present. It forecasts potential future developments and proposes new research directions in the fields of supply chain management, strategic management, and international business. Thus, it's also an indispensable resource for scholars seeking fresh perspectives and avenues for exploration.



Dr. Fan is an Assistant Professor at the Hong Kong Polytechnic University where he specializes in sustainable operations management and global supply chains. He's a respected researcher whose work has appeared in top-tier academic journals like Manufacturing & Service Operations Management, Journal of Operations Management, Production and Operations Management, and Decision Sciences.
 
Apart from contributing to these journals, Dr. Fan also helps shape them as an Associate Editor of Journal of Operations Management and as an Editorial board member of Decision Sciences. His research excellence hasn't gone unnoticed either. He's picked up a number of awards including the IACMR 2017 Presidential Award of Responsible Research, 2020 Jack Meredith Best Paper Award, 2022 Honorable Mention of Reviewer Service, and 2023 Best Reviewer Award of Journal of Operations Management.
 
His influence isn't just confined to the academic world. His works and commentaries have been featured in over 100 international and Hong Kong local media reports, including The Guardian, Financial Times, Nikkei Asia, Vogue Business, Just Style, The Sydney Morning Herald, South China Morning Post, Ming Pao, and Hong Kong Economic Journal.
 
In this book, Dr. Fan shares his knowledge and insights about the supply chain globalization and deglobalization. His goal is to help firms understand these trends from both a micro and macro point of view, offering readers a clear picture of what global supply chains might look like in the future, and how to navigate the changes.