WS24.2 – Resilience by Design: Localisation, Dual Sourcing & Political Risk

In the geopolitical climate of 2026, the global clinical supply chain has moved from an era of “just-in-time” efficiency to one of “just-in-case” resilience. Supply chain leaders no longer have the luxury of assuming stable trade routes or consistent cross-border cooperation. This interactive workshop provides a strategic masterclass in de-risking your clinical programs against the backdrop of regional conflicts, trade protectionism, and climate-induced disruptions. We will move beyond simple contingency planning to explore the architectural shift toward localization—placing manufacturing and secondary packaging closer to patient hubs—and the rigorous implementation of dual-sourcing strategies. Participants will use real-world 2026 risk indices to simulate a “Black Swan” event, working in teams to pivot a supply chain mid-trial. We will dissect the cost-benefit analysis of maintaining redundant suppliers versus the “single-source” efficiency of the past, and learn how to quantify political risk in a way that resonates with C-suite stakeholders.