Market Guide for Supply Chain Network Design Tools
According to Gartner, “global supply chain networks require redesign under volatile conditions, so analytical modeling tools are needed to support decisions in this complex environment. Supply chain technology leaders should use this research to evaluate supply chain network design tools that support these analytics.”
- Opening/closing of facility decisions (e.g., manufacturing, distribution and port choice)
- Supplier selection
- Transport mode and lane optimization
- Customer to distribution center allocation
- Which products to store in which locations
- Make-versus-buy analysis
- Design of new product networks
- Risk analysis
- Reducing carbon footprint and supporting sustainability goals.
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Gartner, Market Guide for Supply Chain Network Design Tools. By Vicky Forman, Pia Orup Lund 17 February 2025.
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