Supply Chain Risk Assessment Checklist

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Geopolitical & Macroeconomic Risks

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Assess risks related to global events, political instability, trade wars, economic downturns, and their potential impact on logistics operations.

Country Risk Index Score (Current)

Trade Agreement Impact (Positive/Negative/Neutral)

Summary of Current Geopolitical Instability in Key Logistics Regions

Next Scheduled Trade Agreement Review Date

Currency Exchange Rate Volatility (High/Medium/Low)

Description of Potential Tariffs or Trade Barriers

GDP Growth Forecast for Key Countries (Next 12 Months)

Transportation Mode Risks

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Evaluate vulnerabilities specific to each transportation mode used (e.g., road, rail, sea, air). This includes capacity limitations, infrastructure failures, and regulatory changes.

Primary Transportation Mode(s) Used:

Average Lead Time (Days) for Sea Freight:

Describe any specific challenges related to road transport infrastructure (e.g., bridge weight limits, congestion):

Percentage of Goods Transported by Air (approximate):

What modes are most susceptible to delays due to weather?

Date of last carrier performance review:

Describe any known limitations in rail capacity or routing:

What is the carrier's financial health rating?

Infrastructure & Route Disruptions

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Analyze risks related to infrastructure degradation, natural disasters (floods, earthquakes, hurricanes), port congestion, and route closures impacting transportation networks.

Identify critical route segments vulnerable to disruption (e.g., bridges, tunnels, coastal areas).

Average lead time for route rerouting (in days).

What types of natural disasters pose a significant risk to logistics routes?

Last infrastructure assessment date for key routes.

Describe existing mitigation strategies for route disruptions (e.g., alternative routes, partnerships).

Estimated cost of rerouting shipments due to a major infrastructure failure.

What is the level of risk associated with port congestion on critical routes?

Upload recent inspection reports for bridges or tunnels critical to supply chain routes.

Carrier & Logistics Provider Risks

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Assess the financial stability, operational capabilities, and potential failure points of key carriers and logistics service providers.

Carrier Financial Health Score (e.g., Dunn & Bradstreet)

Carrier Business Continuity Plan Availability?

Summary of Carrier's Service Level Agreements (SLAs)

What services does this carrier provide?

Last Carrier Performance Review Date

Carrier's Cybersecurity Certification (e.g., C-TPAT)

Description of any past significant disruptions/issues with this carrier

Security Risks (Physical & Cyber)

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Identify vulnerabilities to theft, damage, counterfeiting, data breaches, and cyberattacks impacting logistics assets and information.

Are security cameras present at key logistics hubs?

What physical security measures are in place?

Does the organization have a cybersecurity incident response plan?

Describe any known incidents of theft or security breaches in the past year.

What is the average monthly number of attempted phishing attacks reported?

Are employee cybersecurity awareness training programs conducted regularly?

Upload relevant security audit reports (if available)

Describe any known vulnerabilities in the Transportation Management System (TMS) or Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Regulatory & Compliance Risks

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Evaluate risks related to changing regulations (customs, trade, environmental), import/export controls, and compliance requirements.

Are you familiar with the latest Customs regulations for importing goods?

Which regulatory bodies/agencies impact your logistics operations?

Date of last regulatory compliance audit.

Describe any known or potential violations of trade regulations.

Are you compliant with international sanctions and embargoes?

Value of goods shipped annually subject to import/export regulations (USD)

Do you have a documented process for managing import/export licenses?

Labor & Workforce Risks

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Assess risks related to labor disputes, driver shortages, skills gaps, and worker safety within the logistics workforce.

Current Driver Shortage Rate (%)

Projected Workforce Age Profile (Percentage > 55 years)

Union Presence in Logistics Operations?

Describe any recent labor disputes or significant turnover events.

What skill gaps exist within the logistics workforce?

Date of last Workforce Skills Assessment

Describe any current initiatives to attract and retain logistics personnel.

Average Employee Tenure (Years)

Inventory & Storage Risks

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Analyze risks associated with warehouse operations, inventory management, damage, obsolescence, and the security of stored goods.

Warehouse Capacity Utilization (%)

Describe current inventory management practices (e.g., FIFO, LIFO, ABC analysis)

Type of warehouse security system in place?

What types of inventory are most susceptible to damage during storage?

Date of last warehouse safety inspection

Detail any known issues with warehouse infrastructure (roof leaks, floor damage, etc.)

Warehouse climate control systems in place?

Upload a current warehouse layout map.

Technology & Data Risks

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Evaluate risks related to reliance on technology (TMS, WMS, GPS), data integrity, system failures, and integration challenges.

Percentage of Logistics Data Stored in the Cloud

Primary TMS Vendor

Describe current cybersecurity protocols related to logistics data.

Which data security standards are currently implemented? (Select all that apply)

Date of last cybersecurity assessment of logistics systems.

Data Backup Frequency

Describe any integration points between logistics systems and other business applications. What are the associated risks?

Contingency & Recovery Planning

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Review the adequacy of contingency plans and recovery strategies in place to mitigate the impact of potential disruptions.

Estimated Recovery Time Objective (RTO) - Days

Estimated Recovery Point Objective (RPO) - Hours

Describe the documented disaster recovery plan for logistics operations.

Which alternative transportation modes are considered for contingency scenarios?

Is there a designated backup warehouse location?

Last Recovery Plan Review/Update Date

Describe communication plan in case of major disruption - who is notified, how, and when?

Upload copy of Disaster Recovery Plan document (PDF)

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