SAUDI ARAMCO APPROACHES TO MITIGATE SCM DISRUPTIONS

This paper presents a comprehensive examination of strategic approaches to mitigating geopolitical disruptions in supply chain management (SCM), with a specific focus on Saudi Aramco, a global leader in the oil and gas industry. Geopolitical disruptions pose significant risks to supply chains, resulting in operational inefficiencies, market volatility, and potential losses. Through an in-depth literature review and a detailed analysis of the unique challenges faced by Saudi Aramco, this study identifies key vulnerabilities and proposes several strategic recommendations aimed at enhancing supply chain resilience and adaptability.The key findings of this research emphasize the importance of diversifying supply sources to reduce dependence on individual suppliers, investing in advanced technologies such as predictive analytics and artificial intelligence to enhance supply chain visibility and responsiveness, fostering collaboration and partnerships with stakeholders to promote information sharing and mutual support, and implementing robust risk assessment frameworks to identify and mitigate potential disruptions. The implications of these strategies extend beyond Saudi Aramco, offering valuable insights and lessons relevant to the broader energy sector and global supply chains, highlighting the need for proactive and adaptive supply chain management practices to navigate the complexities of an increasingly uncertain and interconnected world.