supply chain

[ suh-plahy cheyn ]

noun

1. the series of growers, manufacturers, distributors, shippers, etc., involved in producing goods of a particular kind and bringing them to market:

   A typical supply chain from fiber to garment has up to seven players spread across the globe—more, if processes like dyeing or printing are subcontracted.

supply chain

noun

1. marketing a channel of distribution beginning with the supplier of materials or components, extending through a manufacturing process to the distributor and retailer, and ultimately to the consumer

Word History and Origins

Origin of supply chain¹

First recorded in 1900–05

Example Sentences

Keith Anderson, chief executive of Scottish Power, said: "Getting more projects like East Anglia TWO off the blocks quicker will turbo-boost the UK's supply chain, giving companies like Siemens Gamesa the confidence to invest in facilities like this blade factory in Hull."

From BBC

For the drugs to reach the end of the food supply chain is highly unusual, but this method of transporting illegal items across borders in containers of food is common.

From BBC

Jack Hartung, Chipotle’s former CFO turned president of strategy, finance, and supply chain, told Bloomberg in July that Chipotle customers would be given two hefty scoops of rice and four ounces of meat.

From Salon

Anduril, which manufactures autonomous weapons systems, including submarine drones, has said it would use the additional investment “to increase hiring, enhance processes, upgrade tooling, increase resiliency in its supply chain and expand infrastructure.”

From Los Angeles Times

Rivian faces several hurdles, including supply chain problems, safety issues and a slowing demand for electric vehicles from consumers worried about cost and convenient charging options.

From Los Angeles Times