Global crises show the vulnerability of supply chains, especially in Germany and Europe. Structural changes such as digitisation, decarbonisation and a focus on regional security are increasing the need for imported raw materials. Existing dependencies are deepening as a result, while declining competitiveness and geopolitical tensions are jeopardising the EU’s negotiating power.

Building resilient supply chains requires in­depth policy measures and a better understanding of global dependencies.

New research shows how existing data can be used to make supply chains more efficient and resilient and what kind of new data should be collected. The article provides recommendations for action for Germany and the EU.

M. Bossut, C. Diem, D. Ivanov, P. Klimek, A. Pichler, J. Stangl, S. Thurner, Overcoming Global Crises: Building Resilient Supply Chains with Better Data Availability, Wirtschaftsdienst 105(3) (2025) 205-211.