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Supply chain strategy
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November 2026
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Supply chain & operations9 min readUniqlo beside Zara: which supply chain fits which product?
For a supply chain lead or owner of a fashion label that sells both basics and seasonal collections. The post sets Uniqlo beside Zara using Fisher's (1997) framework, then asks why the answer should be worked out for each product line, not for the whole company.
Supply chain & operations11 min readEfficient or responsive? Match the supply chain to each product
For owners of small firms that sell both steady lines and new designs. The post explains Fisher's (1997) strategic fit matrix and Chopra's (2019) extension, tries them on an invented coffee roaster, and shows where the framework is weak.
Supply chain & operations9 min readHau Lee's Triple-A supply chain, read for exporters
For an owner or operations head of an exporter that takes orders from foreign buyers. The post reads Hau Lee's 2004 article from the supplier's seat, then scores the three A's for an invented furniture maker.