Antifragile Supply Chains: Building Resilience Through Better Strategy and Stronger Relationships is a must-read for supply chain leaders navigating today’s rapidly evolving landscape.
In the past five years, supply chains have faced more disruption than in the previous four decades combined. From geopolitical upheavals and economic uncertainty to the rise of AI and automation, the industry is transforming at an unprecedented pace. Traditional supply chain resilience strategies are no longer enough. The goal is not just to survive disruption—but to thrive because of it.
In Antifragile Supply Chains: Building Resilience through Better Strategy and Stronger Relationships, veteran supply chain expert Anna McGovern provides a step-by-step roadmap to achieving antifragility—a state where supply chains become stronger under stress. You’ll learn how to:
- Rethink inventory management to balance agility and efficiency
- Leverage AI and emerging technologies to predict and mitigate disruptions
- Build a strategy that turns volatility into a competitive advantage
Whether you’re a supply chain executive, operations leader, or procurement professional, this book will transform how you approach supply chain management in an era of continuous disruption.
Your supply chain isn’t just a cost center—it’s your greatest strategic asset. Learn how to make it antifragile.
“I’ll admit—I wasn’t initially eager to read another supply chain book, as the field evolves so rapidly that books often become outdated. However, after seeing *Antifragile Supply Chains* by Anna McGovern, CPIM, CSCP gaining traction on LinkedIn, I decided to check it out.
And I must say—**this book is phenomenal!** 🚀 McGovern lays out forward-thinking supply chain best practices, highlighting the value of:
🔹 **DDP** as developed by Carol Ptak and Chad Smith
🔹 **SRM & supplier collaboration**
🔹 **Postponement strategies** for flexibility
🔹 **Supply chains as ecosystems** (systems thinking)
🔹 **The evolving role of procurement**
But where the book truly **shines** ✨ is in its deep dive into **anti-fragile supply chains**. McGovern presents thought-provoking perspectives on how AI will **transform** the industry—including which supply chain roles **WILL** (not might, but WILL) be replaced by AI in the future.
One of the most compelling takeaways?
💡 **Competitive advantage is often borne from addressing weaknesses.** McGovern brilliantly outlines the distinctions between **fragile, resilient, and anti-fragile** supply chains—and how companies can position themselves to **thrive in disruption** rather than simply withstand it…
Overall, *Antifragile Supply Chains* **expands the horizon** of what’s possible in supply chain strategy. McGovern makes a powerful case that:
**”Supply chains are more than a series of transactions; they are ecosystems of trust, innovation, and shared purpose.”**
🔥 **Highly recommend** this read to anyone navigating the future of supply chain strategy!
– Kathleen D Allen, M.S. GSCM, CPSM, CPS
Read Kathleen’s full review here.
A must-read for any SCM
This book provides useful insight into the steps each SCM needs to take to stay resilient and enable their supply chain to become anti-fragile to support a growth agenda.
Excellent guide on proactive management of supply chain disruption
I really enjoyed this book It clearly explains how to build supply chains that excel during disruptions of proactive planning and a strong ecosystem of suppliers. Packed with practical insights and real-world examples, it’s a must-read for leaders aiming to future-proof their operations. Highly recommended!
True SME
Fantastic insight from a very talented Supply Chain expert…read and learn! And in today’s atmosphere, a super strong anti fragile supply chain is a must.
ABOUT ANNA
Anna McGovern is the founder and managing director of Pondview Consulting, LLC. She is a supply chain and procurement executive with front-line experience in supply chain, procurement, and value chain analysis, with a concentration on identifying margin enhancement opportunities.
Her journey from a hands-on operator in the corporate world to an independent consultant has been filled with learning, growth, and immense satisfaction. Having navigated through the complexities of large-scale operations and strategic procurement, she has a deep understanding of the intricacies and challenges that businesses face today. She has seen firsthand how the supply chain and procurement landscape has evolved, adapting to technological advancements, market shifts, and global trends.
With experience spanning over three decades, Anna has worked in local, regional, and international supply chains. Her global perspective enables her to provide insights that are broad in scope and equips her to offer tailored solutions for diverse business needs.
Working with Anna means partnering with someone who knows what works and what doesn’t, and who can foresee challenges and opportunities. She is committed to leveraging her experience to help your business navigate its supply chain and procurement challenges with strategic foresight and operational excellence.
Anna has previously served as the CSCO for Food Bank For NYC, the VP of Supply Chain and Procurement for Arcade Beauty, and Global Senior Director and Chief Procurement Officer for Global Personal Care for Unilever. She has also trained and worked in all facets of supply chain planning, including setting up sales and operations planning models, demand and supply planning, and leading new product development and innovation planning. She is active in the supply chain industry and serves as secretary of the board and a member of the executive committee for CONNSTEP. Anna earned her MBA from Sacred Heart University and earned certification in Designing Competitive Supply Chains from Penn State University. She has earned CPIM and CSCP certifications from the Association for Supply Chain Management.
