Supply chain management paper

Abstract

Raven Edgeworth-Smith

Liberty University

BUSI 610

D-Term Spring 2025

3/30/2025

Professor’s name: Dr. Matasha Murrell Jones

Abstract

In an increasingly complex and interconnected global economy, this literature review looks at how different supply chain structures and interorganizational linkages affect organizational performance, flexibility, and resilience. This review examines structural models, including centralized, decentralized, linear, and networked models, as well as important relational components like trust, transparency, and governance mechanisms, based on research published between 2019 and 2024. The evolution of formal and informal governance structures, the significance of strategic partnerships in fostering innovation and agility, and the harmony between competition and cooperation (coopetition) are all given particular consideration. ow digital technologies like blockchain, automation, artificial intelligence, and ERP systems are increasingly influencing partner coordination and structural efficiency. Important conclusions highlight that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to supply chain architecture and that strategic alignment with business objectives and environmental complexity is necessary for success. This analysis highlights areas for further research into sustainable and digitally linked supply networks and provides insightful information for supply chain professionals.