- Digital skills and technologies are crucial for modernizing supply chains and improving resilience.
- Organizational readiness and support mechanisms are vital for successful digital adoption.
- Policymakers and stakeholders must collaborate to facilitate digital transformation.
The conflict between Russia and Ukraine and the COVID-19 pandemic have severely disrupted global supply chains, leading to shortages and economic challenges, particularly in Alberta’s energy sector. This study explores the evolution of digital skills in Alberta’s supply chains, examining the current state, enablers, barriers to digitization, and the emerging skills required for future supply chain professionals.
The study highlights the importance of real-time visibility, cost savings, and improved productivity through digitization. Companies must prioritize technology investments, with many businesses recognizing their competitive advantage. Cyber-physical systems, automated network tools, and advancements like Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and 5G enhance supply chain efficiency and resilience.
The National Supply Chain Task Force recommends end-to-end visibility, accountability, and efficiency in supply chains, emphasizing the need for funding and incentives for automation. The federal government’s plans to establish a Supply Chain Office aim to unify responsibility, develop long-term strategies, and address labor shortages, improving overall supply chain resilience and competitiveness.
The study underscores the necessity of data-driven decision-making, predictive analytics, and technical skills in data analysis, visualization, and cybersecurity. It calls for a strategic multi-year survey to understand sector-specific changes and the need for continuous upskilling. Organizational readiness, support mechanisms for small players, and overcoming barriers to digital adoption are critical for a successful digital transformation in the supply chain sector.
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