India has been one of the fastest-growing economies in recent times. However, our supply chain industry—the backbone of any economy—still lags behind. Currently, our supply chain costs range between 14-16%, while global averages stand at 7-9%.
The fragmented structure of India’s supply chain industry often leads it to be viewed as a burden and a cost center. Most companies today struggle with managing multiple vendors for warehousing, transportation, and compliance. In the midst of these operational challenges, there is little consideration given to optimizing the entire value chain as a whole.
After spending 15 years working with tech companies in Silicon Valley, this major pain point became our focus when I returned to India. There needs to be a shift in mindset—supply chain should be seen as a competitive advantage, not just a cost center. To achieve this, we, as a community of Indian supply chain professionals, must come together to broaden our knowledge and approach.
We need to move beyond simply executing ground operations. It’s essential to upskill, stay updated on the latest technologies, and adopt new operational practices. By collaborating and sharing even the small adjustments we’ve made in our own operations, we can drive collective improvement across the industry.
So, let’s come together on this Supply Chain Growth Hub platform. Let’s share knowledge, learn from new case studies, gain insights from industry leaders, and ask each other questions—whether about operations or building a career in the industry. Whether you’re an industry beginner or a seasoned veteran, this community is open to all to contribute.
Together we can create passion for the industry, uplift the image of the supply chain, inspire more youth to join, and make supply chains a true competitive advantage.
