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This research aims to examine perceptions of resilience and vulnerability in the global apparel supply chain, particularly their impact on workers in developing countries.

March 28, 2026The International Journal of Logistics Management

Resilience for you, vulnerability for me: lessons to build a resilient, equitable, and sustainable global apparel supply chain

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FAFaisal Bin Alam ANAndré Nijhof ASA. S. Sohal

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Qualitative analysis reveals resilience practices and their effects on stakeholders in the apparel industry, suggesting systemic improvements.

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This research aims to examine perceptions of resilience and vulnerability in the global apparel supply chain, particularly their impact on workers in developing countries.
Conducted semi-structured interviews with 12 stakeholders from brands, manufacturers, and sector associations.
Utilized qualitative, interpretive case study design to capture nuanced views on resilience and vulnerability.
Inductively coded data to explore responses to vulnerabilities during and after COVID-19.
COVID-19 impacts were not uniform; brands shifted risks by cancelling orders and deferring payments.
Manufacturers showed adaptability through digital innovation and diversification, but these efforts were insufficient to fully mitigate vulnerabilities.
Findings highlight that resilience for some often leads to greater vulnerability for others in the supply chain.

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Alam et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69c7724e8bbfbc51511e29f7 https://doi.org/10.1108/ijlm-03-2025-0225

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March 28, 2026The International Journal of Logistics Management

Resilience for you, vulnerability for me: lessons to build a resilient, equitable, and sustainable global apparel supply chain

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Authors

FAFaisal Bin Alam ANAndré Nijhof ASA. S. Sohal

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Overview

Qualitative analysis reveals resilience practices and their effects on stakeholders in the apparel industry, suggesting systemic improvements.

Key Points

This research aims to examine perceptions of resilience and vulnerability in the global apparel supply chain, particularly their impact on workers in developing countries.
Conducted semi-structured interviews with 12 stakeholders from brands, manufacturers, and sector associations.
Utilized qualitative, interpretive case study design to capture nuanced views on resilience and vulnerability.
Inductively coded data to explore responses to vulnerabilities during and after COVID-19.
COVID-19 impacts were not uniform; brands shifted risks by cancelling orders and deferring payments.
Manufacturers showed adaptability through digital innovation and diversification, but these efforts were insufficient to fully mitigate vulnerabilities.
Findings highlight that resilience for some often leads to greater vulnerability for others in the supply chain.

Cite This Study

Alam et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69c7724e8bbfbc51511e29f7 https://doi.org/10.1108/ijlm-03-2025-0225

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