Course Code: PSCO 5988
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Strategic Planning & Competitive Analysis for Supply Chain
Course Sector:
Procurement & Supply Chain Operations
Course Dates and Locations
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Date
Days
Location
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Enrollment
01
13 - 17 Jul 2025
5 Days
Online, Virtual
$4,250
02
12 - 16 Oct 2025
5 Days
Riyadh, KSA
$2,150
03
01 - 05 Dec 2025
5 Days
Dubai, UAE
$4,250
Introduction
Training course introducion / brief

This intensive 5-day course is designed to develop strategic thinking and analytical capabilities in supply chain professionals. Participants will learn how to align corporate objectives with supply chain operations through structured frameworks, competitive analysis, and data-driven decision-making. The course emphasizes building proactive, resilient, and sustainable strategies that respond to market dynamics, technological advancements, and global disruptions.

Course Objectives
At the end of the training course, participants will be able to

  • Apply strategic planning models to align corporate goals with supply chain functions.
  • Conduct comprehensive competitive and market analysis to inform strategy.
  • Develop proactive strategies that anticipate disruptions and leverage opportunities.
  • Use data and digital tools to enhance strategic decision-making.
  • Implement strategic initiatives effectively through stakeholder alignment and change management.
  • Build resilience into supply chains while embedding sustainability principles.

Course Audience
Who is this course for, and can benefit the most

  • Supply Chain Managers
  • Operations Directors
  • Procurement Professionals
  • Strategic Planners
  • Logistics Leaders
  • Mid-to-Senior Level Executives involved in supply chain or business strategy

Course Outline
The course aims and learning outcomes

Foundations of Strategic Thinking in Supply Chains

  • Developing Strategic Mindset and Corporate Alignment
    • What Is Strategic Thinking in Supply Chains?
    • Aligning Corporate Vision with Supply Chain Capabilities
    • Frameworks: Porter’s Five Forces, SWOT, PESTEL, Balanced Scorecard
  • Case Study: Walmart’s Supplier Strategy and Scale Advantage
  • Workshop: Mapping Organizational Goals to Supply Chain Functions

Market and Competitive Analysis for Strategic Decision-Making

  • Tools for Informed and Insight-Driven Strategy
    • Industry Structure and Competitive Dynamics
    • Deep Dive into Porter’s Five Forces and Value Chain Mapping
    • Benchmarking, Scenario Planning, and Risk Modeling
  • Case Study: Geopolitical Disruptions Impacting Freight
  • Workshop: Building a Competitive Intelligence Dashboard

Proactive Strategy Design and Resilience Planning

  • Creating Anticipatory Strategies That Add Value
    • Principles of Proactive vs. Reactive Strategy
    • Scenario Planning and Contingency Strategy Development
    • Risk Assessment Models and Resilience Planning
  • Workshop: Designing a Forward-Looking, Risk-Aware Strategy

Data-Driven Strategy and Digital Transformation

  • Leveraging Analytics and Technology for Strategic Advantage
    • Role of Predictive Analytics in Strategic Planning
    • AI for Demand Forecasting, Inventory Optimization, and Risk Detection
    • Digital Twins for Simulating and Testing Strategies

Strategic Implementation and Organizational Execution

  • From Strategy to Action – Delivering Results
    • Overcoming Barriers to Strategy Execution
    • Change Management and Stakeholder Engagement Models
    • Measuring Success: KPIs, OKRs, Balanced Scorecards

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BOOST's Professional Attendance Certificate “BPAC” is always given to the delegates after completing the training course, and depends on their attendance of the program at a rate of no less than 80%, besides their active participation and engagement during the program sessions.
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COURSE METHODOLOGY

Our Training programs are implemented by combining the participants' academic knowledge and practical practice (30% theoretical / 70% practical activities).

At The end of the training program, Participants are involved in practical workshop to show their skills in applying what they were trained for. A detailed report is submitted to each participant and the training department in the organization on the results of the participant's performance and the return on training. Our programs focus on exercises, case studies, and individual and group presentations.

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