# Supply chain risk

*Last updated: 2026-06-26*

> Supply chain risk refers to the full range of uncertainties along a supply chain that may cause goods to arrive late, incomplete or below expected quality standards.

Supply chain risk refers to the full range of uncertainties along a supply chain that may cause goods to arrive late, incomplete or below expected quality standards. Triggers include supplier insolvencies, port congestion, customs holds, extreme weather, geopolitical disruptions and demand volatility. The practical consequences span production stoppages, cost overruns and missed delivery commitments to end customers. Freight forwarders and procurement teams address these exposures through supplier audits, safety stock policies, route diversification and contingency planning. Supply chain risk is distinct from general business risk: it originates outside the company's own operations, in the sourcing and transportation network that feeds them.

**Source:** [https://www.investopedia.com/terms/s/supplychainrisk.asp](https://www.investopedia.com/terms/s/supplychainrisk.asp)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Supply chain risk |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 101 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-26 |
| Source | https://www.investopedia.com/terms/s/supplychainrisk.asp |

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