The Lean Paradox: Navigating the Efficiency–Resilience Trade-Off in Modern Supply Chains Amid Disruptions
Strategic Context: In the complex, non-linear business environment of 2026, the traditional paradigm of supply chain management faces a critical inflection point. For decades, 'Lean' methodologies—focused on waste elimination and just-in-time (JIT) efficiency—served as the blueprint for competitive advantage. However,...