Resilience and sustainability of supply chains in the face of natural disasters and climate change

In the fast-paced global business, characterised by increasing competition and the necessity of being sustainable, the agility of supply chains (abbreviated as SCR) with their capability to withstand natural hazards and climate change have emerged as critical factors. This paper analyses the strategies and methods that are used to overcome the problems connected to SCR and sustainability in detail. A review of literature shows a wide variety of strategies of which some are comprehensive development plans, innovative risk management techniques, infrastructure adaptation measures, data analytics integration, adherence to quality management principles, strategic management approaches, collaborative efforts, stakeholder engagement initiatives, compliance with regulatory frameworks, and adoption of advanced technologies. With the use of a mixed method research approach, applying both quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews, this study evaluates the strategies’ effectiveness and their contribution towards SCR and sustainability. The results show the importance of the immediate implementation of the necessary measures and the joint work to reduce the risks and to guarantee operational resilience. Additionally, the paper examines the interdependency across sectors, which demonstrates the significance of collaborative governance, stakeholder involvement and the linkage with regulatory frameworks in building resilient and sustainable supply chains.