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Overview

What is the Supply Chain Domain?

The Supply Chain domain represents the end-to-end network and processes governing the flow of materials, goods, services, and related information from suppliers through to customers. This domain provides a structured approach for modeling supplier networks, logistics operations, inventory management, and supply chain processes, enabling supply chain-centric analysis that drives strategic planning, operational efficiency, and resilience.

The domain extends the Orthogramic Metamodel by providing deeper insights into supply chain structures, network dynamics, and process flows, enabling organizations to align their capabilities, value streams, and strategies with supply chain realities and objectives.

Purpose and Value

The Supply Chain Domain enables organizations to:

Model and analyze the end-to-end supply chain network structure, including suppliers, partners, and logistics operations
Map key supply chain processes and their integration points with other business processes
Support data-driven decision making about network design, supplier selection, and inventory policies
Drive resilience through improved visibility into supply chain risks and vulnerabilities
Measure and improve supply chain performance across cost, service, quality, and sustainability dimensions
Provide a structured foundation for supply chain governance and optimization
Align supply chain design with strategic business objectives and customer requirements

Core Concepts

Supplier Network
A structured arrangement of supplier relationships that provide goods, services, or materials to the organization. Supplier networks enable categorization and management of external organizations that contribute to the supply chain.

Supply Chain Process
A defined sequence of activities that transform inputs into outputs within the supply chain context, such as sourcing, production planning, or order fulfillment. Process mapping provides visibility into how work flows through the supply chain.

Logistics Network
The physical facilities, transportation connections, and distribution channels through which materials and products flow to reach customers. Logistics network analysis provides insights into physical movement optimization.

Inventory Management
The approaches, policies, and systems used to maintain optimal inventory levels throughout the supply chain. Inventory analysis supports balancing cost efficiency with service level requirements.

Domain Structure

Domain Attributes

Basic identification: title, description, supplyChainCategory
Organizational alignment: orgUnitTitle, orgUnitRoles, supplyChainScope
Geographic factors: geographicCoverage, locationStrategy
Performance characteristics: leadTime, volumeCapacity, costStructure
Resilience factors: flexibilityRating, resilienceRating, riskProfile
Sustainability aspects: sustainabilityRating, environmentalImpact
Technology enablement: technologyEnablers, digitalMaturity
Strategic implications: strategicImportance, competitiveAdvantage

Domain Elements

Supplier Network Element
Provides a structured view of supplier relationships:

Supplier categorization and tiering
Geographic distribution and concentration
Critical supplier identification
Selection criteria and governance models
Performance measurement and management
Relationship types and development approaches

Supply Chain Process Element
Maps the key processes that drive supply chain operations:

Process types and ownership
Activity sequences and decision points
Inputs, outputs, and transformations
Dependencies and integration points
Performance metrics and control mechanisms
Technology support and automation opportunities

Logistics Network Element
Evaluates the physical movement infrastructure:

Network nodes and flow patterns
Transportation modes and providers
Capacity constraints and utilization
Service level definitions and performance
Cost structures and optimization
Environmental impacts and sustainability

Inventory Management Element
Analyzes the approaches to inventory optimization:

Inventory categories and purposes
Policy frameworks and target levels
Location strategies and visibility systems
Cost structures and performance metrics
Risk management approaches
Optimization techniques and technologies

Implementation Guidelines

Getting Started

Begin by identifying and documenting key supply chain categories
Select a high-priority supply chain element and map its supplier network
Document the core supply chain processes and their interdependencies
Map the logistics network configuration and performance characteristics
Define inventory management approaches and their strategic rationale

Best Practices

Ensure supply chain elements have clear scope and boundary definitions
Base supply chain analysis on quantitative metrics where possible
Link supply chain performance to customer and financial outcomes
Connect supply chain elements to strategic objectives and capabilities
Involve multiple functions in supply chain analysis to avoid siloed perspectives
Maintain a balance between cost efficiency and resilience considerations

Common Pitfalls to Avoid

Creating overly complex supply chain models that hinder actionable insights
Focusing exclusively on internal supply chain operations without external perspective
Failing to connect supply chain analysis to strategic and operational domains
Not updating supply chain models as network dynamics and requirements evolve
Overlooking technology enablement opportunities within supply chain operations
Neglecting sustainability and social responsibility dimensions of supply chain management

Schema Evolution Guidance

The Supply Chain Domain schema is expected to evolve with emerging practices in supply chain management. Future extensions may include:

Digital supply chain twin modeling
Circular economy supply chain frameworks
AI-powered supply chain optimization
Blockchain-enabled supply chain transparency
Climate-resilient supply network design
Predictive supply chain risk analytics

Organizations should plan for these evolutions by maintaining clean taxonomies and clear relationship models in their current implementation.

Conclusion

The Supply Chain Domain extends the Orthogramic Metamodel with a robust framework for modeling and managing supply chain aspects of business architecture. By providing structured schemas for supplier networks, supply chain processes, logistics networks, and inventory management, it enables organizations to systematically align their supply chain design with strategic objectives and operational requirements.

The integration with the Strategic Response Model ensures that supply chain insights drive strategic decision-making and organizational change. This domain complements other domains by focusing on the external network and flow dimensions that enable organizational activities, providing critical context for strategic planning and operational execution.

Organizations can use this domain to develop a more comprehensive understanding of their supply chain ecosystem, identify optimization opportunities, and ensure that strategic initiatives properly account for supply chain capabilities and constraints.

Example Implementation

Example: Global Manufacturing Supply Chain Analysis

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{
  "supplyChainID": "SC-MFG-001",
  "title": "Global Electronics Manufacturing Supply Chain",
  "description": "End-to-end supply chain for consumer electronics manufacturing, including component sourcing, assembly operations, distribution networks, and aftermarket service fulfillment.",
  "supplyChainCategory": "manufacturing",
  "orgUnitTitle": "Global Supply Chain Management",
  "orgUnitRoles": ["Chief Supply Chain Officer", "Director of Global Sourcing", "Logistics Operations Manager"],
  "supplyChainScope": "enterprise",
  "geographicCoverage": {
    "regions": ["North America", "Europe", "Asia-Pacific", "Southeast Asia"],
    "countries": ["United States", "China", "Vietnam", "Germany", "Malaysia", "Mexico"],
    "coverageType": "global",
    "expansionPlans": "Evaluating new manufacturing hub in Eastern Europe by 2026"
  },
  "locationStrategy": {
    "strategyType": "proximity-to-supply",
    "strategyDescription": "Primary manufacturing facilities positioned near key semiconductor and component suppliers with regional distribution centers close to major markets",
    "evaluationCriteria": ["Supplier ecosystem density", "Labor expertise", "Logistics infrastructure", "Tax incentives"]
  },
  "leadTime": {
    "endToEndLeadTime": "45-60 days",
    "componentLeadTimes": [
      {
        "componentName": "Semiconductor procurement",
        "duration": "30-45 days",
        "variability": "High - affected by global shortages"
      },
      {
        "componentName": "Final assembly",
        "duration": "7 days",
        "variability": "Low"
      },
      {
        "componentName": "Distribution to regional centers",
        "duration": "5-10 days",
        "variability": "Medium - affected by port congestion"
      }
    ],
    "leadTimeReliability": "72% on-time delivery to commitment dates",
    "improvementTargets": "Reduce end-to-end lead time to 35 days by Q4 2026"
  },
  "volumeCapacity": {
    "normalCapacity": "1.2 million units per month",
    "peakCapacity": "1.5 million units per month",
    "unitOfMeasure": "Finished device units",
    "utilizationRate": "83% average utilization",
    "capacityConstraints": ["Semiconductor availability", "Skilled labor in Vietnam facility", "Q4 shipping capacity"],
    "expansionPlans": "15% capacity increase planned for Vietnam facility in 2026"
  },
  "costStructure": {
    "totalCost": "$425M annual supply chain operational cost",
    "costComponents": [
      {
        "componentName": "Materials and components",
        "amount": "$312M",
        "percentage": 73.4
      },
      {
        "componentName": "Manufacturing labor",
        "amount": "$48M",
        "percentage": 11.3
      },
      {
        "componentName": "Logistics and transportation",
        "amount": "$36M",
        "percentage": 8.5
      },
      {
        "componentName": "Warehousing and inventory",
        "amount": "$19M",
        "percentage": 4.5
      },
      {
        "componentName": "Supply chain management",
        "amount": "$10M",
        "percentage": 2.3
      }
    ],
    "costTrends": "Component costs decreasing 3% annually, logistics costs increasing 7% annually",
    "costReductionTargets": "8% total cost reduction target over next 24 months"
  },
  "flexibilityRating": {
    "overallRating": "moderate",
    "volumeFlexibility": "high",
    "mixFlexibility": "moderate",
    "newProductFlexibility": "low",
    "improvementFocus": "Enhancing new product introduction capabilities through modular manufacturing processes"
  },
  "resilienceRating": {
    "overallRating": "moderate",
    "redundancyLevel": "low",
    "diversificationLevel": "moderate",
    "visibilityLevel": "high",
    "recoveryCapability": "moderate",
    "resilienceInvestments": ["Secondary supplier qualification program", "Regional inventory buffers", "Multi-modal transportation capability"]
  },
  "riskProfile": {
    "overallRiskLevel": "high",
    "keyRiskFactors": [
      {
        "factorName": "Semiconductor supply constraints",
        "riskLevel": "high",
        "mitigationApproach": "Long-term contracts, strategic inventory, supplier diversification"
      },
      {
        "factorName": "Geopolitical disruption in Asia",
        "riskLevel": "high",
        "mitigationApproach": "Manufacturing footprint diversification, scenario planning"
      },
      {
        "factorName": "Ocean freight capacity and pricing volatility",
        "riskLevel": "moderate",
        "mitigationApproach": "Multi-modal options, contract diversification, selective air freight"
      }
    ],
    "riskMonitoringApproach": "Monthly risk review with quarterly simulation and mitigation updates"
  },
  "sustainabilityRating": {
    "overallRating": "moderate",
    "carbonFootprint": "187,000 metric tons CO2e annually",
    "wasteReduction": "72% manufacturing waste diverted from landfill",
    "socialResponsibility": "Tier 1 suppliers 100% audited for labor practices",
    "sustainabilityInitiatives": ["Renewable energy transition at owned facilities", "Packaging redesign program", "Scope 3 emissions tracking implementation"],
    "sustainabilityReporting": "Annual sustainability report with science-based targets"
  },
  "environmentalImpact": {
    "carbonEmissions": "187,000 metric tons CO2e annually",
    "waterUsage": "450 million gallons annually",
    "wasteGeneration": "5,200 tons annually",
    "resourceConsumption": "Critical minerals: 860 tons annually",
    "environmentalCompliance": "100% compliance with regulated standards, 85% compliance with voluntary standards",
    "reductionTargets": ["30% carbon reduction by 2028", "20% water reduction by 2027", "Zero waste to landfill by 2029"]
  },
  "qualityMetrics": [
    {
      "metricName": "First Pass Yield",
      "metricDescription": "Percentage of units passing quality testing on first attempt",
      "currentValue": "94.6%",
      "targetValue": "97%",
      "trend": "improving"
    },
    {
      "metricName": "Defect Rate",
      "metricDescription": "Defects per million opportunities",
      "currentValue": "350 DPMO",
      "targetValue": "200 DPMO",
      "trend": "improving"
    },
    {
      "metricName": "Customer Return Rate",
      "metricDescription": "Percentage of shipped products returned due to quality issues",
      "currentValue": "1.8%",
      "targetValue": "1.0%",
      "trend": "stable"
    }
  ],
  "technologyEnablers": [
    {
      "technologyName": "Supply Chain Control Tower",
      "technologyPurpose": "End-to-end visibility and exception management",
      "implementationStatus": "operational",
      "businessImpact": "45% reduction in supply disruption resolution time"
    },
    {
      "technologyName": "Digital Twin Simulation",
      "technologyPurpose": "Network design and scenario planning",
      "implementationStatus": "implementing",
      "businessImpact": "Expected 12% improvement in network efficiency"
    },
    {
      "technologyName": "Machine Learning Demand Forecasting",
      "technologyPurpose": "Improved demand prediction accuracy",
      "implementationStatus": "operational",
      "businessImpact": "18% reduction in forecast error"
    }
  ],
  "digitalMaturity": {
    "overallMaturity": "defined",
    "dataVisibility": "advanced",
    "processAutomation": "developing",
    "advancedAnalytics": "defined",
    "digitalRoadmap": "Digital supply chain transformation program with focus on process automation and predictive analytics through 2027"
  },
  "maturityLevel": {
    "overallMaturity": "defined",
    "processMaturity": "managed",
    "performanceManagement": "defined",
    "maturityAssessmentDate": "2025-02-15"
  },
  "improvementOpportunities": [
    {
      "opportunityName": "Supplier Collaboration Platform",
      "opportunityDescription": "Implementation of real-time collaboration tools for design and planning with key suppliers",
      "potentialImpact": "high",
      "implementationComplexity": "medium",
      "status": "planning"
    },
    {
      "opportunityName": "New Product Introduction Process Redesign",
      "opportunityDescription": "Streamlining of supply chain integration in NPI to reduce time-to-market",
      "potentialImpact": "high",
      "implementationComplexity": "high",
      "status": "evaluating"
    },
    {
      "opportunityName": "Logistics Network Optimization",
      "opportunityDescription": "Comprehensive review and redesign of global distribution network",
      "potentialImpact": "medium",
      "implementationComplexity": "high",
      "status": "planning"
    }
  ],
  "strategicImportance": {
    "importanceLevel": "critical",
    "strategicContribution": "Supply chain capabilities are central to product availability, cost competitiveness, and sustainability goals",
    "alignmentWithObjectives": [
      {
        "objectiveID": "SO-2025-02",
        "alignmentDescription": "Supply chain digitalization supports corporate digital transformation objective"
      },
      {
        "objectiveID": "SO-2025-04",
        "alignmentDescription": "Sustainability initiatives in supply chain support corporate ESG objectives"
      }
    ]
  },
  "competitiveAdvantage": {
    "advantageLevel": "advantage",
    "advantageSources": ["Advanced visibility technology", "Supplier relationship depth", "Multi-region manufacturing flexibility"],
    "competitiveBenchmarking": "Leading in technology adoption and visibility, lagging in new product flexibility compared to key competitors",
    "sustainabilityOfAdvantage": "Technology advantage requires ongoing investment, relationship advantage sustainable with continued engagement"
  },
  "dependencies": [
    {
      "dependencyType": "Critical",
      "domainType": "Capability",
      "entityID": "CAP-SC-003",
      "description": "Advanced procurement capability"
    },
    {
      "dependencyType": "Important",
      "domainType": "Technology",
      "entityID": "TECH-007",
      "description": "Supply chain planning and control tower systems"
    }
  ],
  "relatedSupplyChainElements": [
    {
      "elementID": "SC-MFG-002",
      "relationshipType": "upstream",
      "relationshipStrength": 4,
      "description": "Component supplier network for semiconductors"
    },
    {
      "elementID": "SC-LOG-001",
      "relationshipType": "downstream",
      "relationshipStrength": 5,
      "description": "Global distribution network for finished goods"
    }
  ],
  "governanceModel": {
    "governanceStructure": "Cross-functional Supply Chain Leadership Council with regional representation",
    "decisionRights": "Network design decisions centralized, execution decisions regionalized",
    "performanceReviewProcess": "Monthly operational reviews, quarterly strategic reviews",
    "continuousImprovement": "Dedicated supply chain excellence team with agile improvement methodology"
  }
}

Supply Chain Domain Schema

Cross-Domain Relationship Mappings

Supply Chain-Strategy Relationship Schema

Code Block

{
  "$schema": "http://json-schema.org/draft-07/schema#",
  "title": "Supply Chain-Strategy Relationship Schema",
  "description": "Schema for relationships between Supply Chain domain and Strategy domain",
  "type": "object",
  "required": ["relationshipID", "supplyChainID", "title", "relationshipType"],
  "properties": {
    "relationshipID": {
      "type": "string",
      "description": "Unique identifier for this relationship"
    },
    "supplyChainID": {
      "type": "string",
      "description": "ID of the supply chain element"
    },
    "title": {
      "type": "string",
      "description": "Name of the strategy"
    },
    "relationshipType": {
      "type": "string",
      "description": "Nature of the supply chain influence on strategy",
      "enum": ["enabler", "constraint", "differentiator", "cost-driver", "risk-factor", "capability-builder", "collaborative-advantage", "other"]
    },
    "relationshipStrength": {
      "type": "integer",
      "description": "Strength of influence (1-5)",
      "minimum": 1,
      "maximum": 5
    },
    "supplyChainFactors": {
      "type": "array",
      "description": "Supply chain factors influencing this strategy",
      "items": {
        "type": "string"
      }
    },
    "strategicAlignment": {
      "type": "object",
      "description": "How supply chain aligns with strategy",
      "properties": {
        "alignmentDescription": {
          "type": "string",
          "description": "Description of alignment"
        },
        "alignmentLevel": {
          "type": "string",
          "description": "Level of alignment",
          "enum": ["misaligned", "partially-aligned", "mostly-aligned", "fully-aligned"]
        },
        "alignmentGaps": {
          "type": "array",
          "description": "Areas where alignment is lacking",
          "items": {
            "type": "string"
          }
        },
        "alignmentPlan": {
          "type": "string",
          "description": "Plan to improve alignment"
        }
      }
    },
    "strategicObjectives": {
      "type": "array",
      "description": "Strategic objectives affected by supply chain",
      "items": {
        "type": "object",
        "properties": {
          "objectiveID": {
            "type": "string",
            "description": "ID of strategic objective"
          },
          "supplyChainContribution": {
            "type": "string",
            "description": "How supply chain contributes to objective"
          },
          "importanceLevel": {
            "type": "string",
            "description": "Importance to objective",
            "enum": ["minor", "moderate", "significant", "critical"]
          }
        }
      }
    },
    "competitivePositioning": {
      "type": "object",
      "description": "How supply chain affects competitive position",
      "properties": {
        "positioningRole": {
          "type": "string",
          "description": "Role in competitive positioning"
        },
        "competitiveAdvantages": {
          "type": "array",
          "description": "Competitive advantages created",
          "items": {
            "type": "string"
          }
        },
        "competitiveDisadvantages": {
          "type": "array",
          "description": "Competitive disadvantages created",
          "items": {
            "type": "string"
          }
        },
        "benchmarking": {
          "type": "string",
          "description": "Comparison to competitors"
        }
      }
    },
    "strategyConstraints": {
      "type": "array",
      "description": "Constraints imposed by supply chain",
      "items": {
        "type": "object",
        "properties": {
          "constraintDescription": {
            "type": "string",
            "description": "Description of constraint"
          },
          "impactLevel": {
            "type": "string",
            "description": "Level of impact",
            "enum": ["minor", "moderate", "significant", "severe"]
          },
          "mitigationApproach": {
            "type": "string",
            "description": "Approach to address constraint"
          }
        }
      }
    },
    "strategicInvestments": {
      "type": "array",
      "description": "Strategic investments in supply chain",
      "items": {
        "type": "object",
        "properties": {
          "investmentName": {
            "type": "string",
            "description": "Name of investment"
          },
          "investmentDescription": {
            "type": "string",
            "description": "Description of investment"
          },
          "investmentRationale": {
            "type": "string",
            "description": "Strategic rationale"
          },
          "expectedOutcomes": {
            "type": "string",
            "description": "Anticipated results"
          }
        }
      }
    },
    "performanceMetrics": {
      "type": "array",
      "description": "Metrics for measuring strategic impact",
      "items": {
        "type": "object",
        "properties": {
          "metricName": {
            "type": "string",
            "description": "Name of metric"
          },
          "metricDescription": {
            "type": "string",
            "description": "Description of what is measured"
          },
          "currentValue": {
            "type": "string",
            "description": "Current performance"
          },
          "targetValue": {
            "type": "string",
            "description": "Target performance"
          }
        }
      }
    }
  }
}

Supply Chain-Capability Relationship Schema

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Overview

What is the Supply Chain Domain?

The Supply Chain domain represents the end-to-end network and processes governing the flow of materials, goods, services, and related information from suppliers through to customers. This domain provides a structured approach for modeling supplier networks, logistics operations, inventory management, and supply chain processes, enabling supply chain-centric analysis that drives strategic planning, operational efficiency, and resilience.

The domain extends the Orthogramic Metamodel by providing deeper insights into supply chain structures, network dynamics, and process flows, enabling organizations to align their capabilities, value streams, and strategies with supply chain realities and objectives.

Purpose and Value

The Supply Chain Domain enables organizations to:

Model and analyze the end-to-end supply chain network structure, including suppliers, partners, and logistics operations
Map key supply chain processes and their integration points with other business processes
Support data-driven decision making about network design, supplier selection, and inventory policies
Drive resilience through improved visibility into supply chain risks and vulnerabilities
Measure and improve supply chain performance across cost, service, quality, and sustainability dimensions
Provide a structured foundation for supply chain governance and optimization
Align supply chain design with strategic business objectives and customer requirements

Core Concepts

Supplier Network
A structured arrangement of supplier relationships that provide goods, services, or materials to the organization. Supplier networks enable categorization and management of external organizations that contribute to the supply chain.

Supply Chain Process
A defined sequence of activities that transform inputs into outputs within the supply chain context, such as sourcing, production planning, or order fulfillment. Process mapping provides visibility into how work flows through the supply chain.

Logistics Network
The physical facilities, transportation connections, and distribution channels through which materials and products flow to reach customers. Logistics network analysis provides insights into physical movement optimization.

Inventory Management
The approaches, policies, and systems used to maintain optimal inventory levels throughout the supply chain. Inventory analysis supports balancing cost efficiency with service level requirements.

Conclusion

The Supply Chain Domain extends the Orthogramic Metamodel with a robust framework for modeling and managing supply chain aspects of business architecture. By providing structured schemas for supplier networks, supply chain processes, logistics networks, and inventory management, it enables organizations to systematically align their supply chain design with strategic objectives and operational requirements.

The integration with the Strategic Response Model ensures that supply chain insights drive strategic decision-making and organizational change. This domain complements other domains by focusing on the external network and flow dimensions that enable organizational activities, providing critical context for strategic planning and operational execution.

Organizations can use this domain to develop a more comprehensive understanding of their supply chain ecosystem, identify optimization opportunities, and ensure that strategic initiatives properly account for supply chain capabilities and constraints.

Example Implementation

Example: Global Manufacturing Supply Chain Analysis

Code Block

{
  "supplyChainID": "SC-MFG-001",
  "title": "Global Electronics Manufacturing Supply Chain",
  "description": "End-to-end supply chain for consumer electronics manufacturing, including component sourcing, assembly operations, distribution networks, and aftermarket service fulfillment.",
  "supplyChainCategory": "manufacturing",
  "orgUnitTitle": "Global Supply Chain Management",
  "orgUnitRoles": ["Chief Supply Chain Officer", "Director of Global Sourcing", "Logistics Operations Manager"],
  "supplyChainScope": "enterprise",
  "geographicCoverage": {
    "regions": ["North America", "Europe", "Asia-Pacific", "Southeast Asia"],
    "countries": ["United States", "China", "Vietnam", "Germany", "Malaysia", "Mexico"],
    "coverageType": "global",
    "expansionPlans": "Evaluating new manufacturing hub in Eastern Europe by 2026"
  },
  "locationStrategy": {
    "strategyType": "proximity-to-supply",
    "strategyDescription": "Primary manufacturing facilities positioned near key semiconductor and component suppliers with regional distribution centers close to major markets",
    "evaluationCriteria": ["Supplier ecosystem density", "Labor expertise", "Logistics infrastructure", "Tax incentives"]
  },
  "leadTime": {
    "endToEndLeadTime": "45-60 days",
    "componentLeadTimes": [
      {
        "componentName": "Semiconductor procurement",
        "duration": "30-45 days",
        "variability": "High - affected by global shortages"
      },
      {
        "componentName": "Final assembly",
        "duration": "7 days",
        "variability": "Low"
      },
      {
        "componentName": "Distribution to regional centers",
        "duration": "5-10 days",
        "variability": "Medium - affected by port congestion"
      }
    ],
    "leadTimeReliability": "72% on-time delivery to commitment dates",
    "improvementTargets": "Reduce end-to-end lead time to 35 days by Q4 2026"
  },
  "volumeCapacity": {
    "normalCapacity": "1.2 million units per month",
    "peakCapacity": "1.5 million units per month",
    "unitOfMeasure": "Finished device units",
    "utilizationRate": "83% average utilization",
    "capacityConstraints": ["Semiconductor availability", "Skilled labor in Vietnam facility", "Q4 shipping capacity"],
    "expansionPlans": "15% capacity increase planned for Vietnam facility in 2026"
  },
  "costStructure": {
    "totalCost": "$425M annual supply chain operational cost",
    "costComponents": [
      {
        "componentName": "Materials and components",
        "amount": "$312M",
        "percentage": 73.4
      },
      {
        "componentName": "Manufacturing labor",
        "amount": "$48M",
        "percentage": 11.3
      },
      {
        "typecomponentName": "objectLogistics and transportation",
        "propertiesamount": {
 "$36M",
        "requirementDescriptionpercentage": {8.5
      },
     "type": "string", {
            "descriptioncomponentName": "DescriptionWarehousing ofand requirementinventory",
          },
"amount": "$19M",
         "importancepercentage": {4.5
      },
     "type": "string",
    {
        "descriptioncomponentName": "ImportanceSupply chain levelmanagement",
            "enumamount": ["low$10M", "medium", "high", "critical"]
        "percentage": 2.3
      },
    ],
     "fulfillmentLevelcostTrends": "Component {costs decreasing 3% annually, logistics costs increasing 7% annually",
    "typecostReductionTargets": "string",8% total cost reduction target over next 24 months"
  },
  "descriptionflexibilityRating": {
"How  well requirement is met"overallRating": "moderate",
    "volumeFlexibility": "high",
    "mixFlexibility": "moderate",
    "enumnewProductFlexibility": ["unmetlow", "partially-met", "mostly-met", "fully-met"]
       
    "improvementFocus": "Enhancing new product introduction capabilities through modular manufacturing processes"
  },

         "improvementNeeds"resilienceRating": {
      "overallRating": "moderate",
     "typeredundancyLevel": "stringlow",
       "diversificationLevel": "moderate",
    "descriptionvisibilityLevel": "Areas needing improvementhigh",
    "recoveryCapability": "moderate",
    }
        }
      }
 "resilienceInvestments": ["Secondary supplier qualification program", "Regional inventory buffers", "Multi-modal transportation capability"]
  },
    "capabilityMaturityriskProfile": {
      "typeoverallRiskLevel": "objecthigh",

     "descriptionkeyRiskFactors": "Maturity of capability for supply chain needs",[
       "properties": {
        "maturityLevelfactorName": {"Semiconductor supply constraints",
        "typeriskLevel": "stringhigh",
 
        "descriptionmitigationApproach": "Current maturity assessment"Long-term contracts, strategic inventory, supplier diversification"
      "enum": ["initial", "developing"},
"defined", "managed", "optimizing"]         },{
        "maturityGapsfactorName": {"Geopolitical disruption in Asia",
        "typeriskLevel": "arrayhigh",
 
        "descriptionmitigationApproach": "KeyManufacturing maturityfootprint gaps"diversification, scenario planning"
      },
 "items": {    {
        "typefactorName": "string"Ocean freight capacity and pricing volatility",
     }         }"riskLevel": "moderate",
        "maturityTargetsmitigationApproach": {
     "Multi-modal options, contract diversification, selective air freight"
    "type": "string", }
    ],
    "descriptionriskMonitoringApproach": "TargetMonthly maturityrisk state"review with quarterly simulation and mitigation updates"
  },
  "sustainabilityRating": {
    "developmentRoadmapoverallRating": {
     "moderate",
    "typecarbonFootprint": "string"187,000 metric tons CO2e annually",
      "descriptionwasteReduction": "Plan72% formanufacturing capabilitywaste development"diverted from landfill",
    "socialResponsibility": "Tier }1 suppliers 100% audited for labor practices",
}     },
    "performanceMetrics": {
      "type": "array",
 "sustainabilityInitiatives": ["Renewable energy transition at owned facilities", "Packaging redesign program", "Scope 3 emissions tracking implementation"],
    "descriptionsustainabilityReporting": "MetricsAnnual sustainability forreport measuringwith capabilityscience-based contributiontargets",
   },
  "itemsenvironmentalImpact": {
   {
    "typecarbonEmissions": "object"187,000 metric tons CO2e annually",
    "propertieswaterUsage": {"450 million gallons   annually",
     "metricNamewasteGeneration": {"5,200 tons annually",
          "type"resourceConsumption": "string",Critical minerals: 860      tons annually",
    "descriptionenvironmentalCompliance": "Name100% ofcompliance metric"with regulated standards, 85% compliance with voluntary standards",
   }, "reductionTargets": ["30% carbon reduction by 2028", "20% water reduction by 2027"metricDescription, ":Zero {waste to landfill     by 2029"]
  },
  "typequalityMetrics": "string",[
     {
      "descriptionmetricName": "DescriptionFirst ofPass whatYield",
is measured"     "metricDescription": "Percentage of units passing quality },testing on first attempt",
       "currentValue": {
   "94.6%",
        "typetargetValue": "string97%",
    
       "descriptiontrend": "improving"Current
   performance" },
    {
    },  "metricName": "Defect Rate",
      "targetValuemetricDescription": {"Defects per million opportunities",
         "typecurrentValue": "string350 DPMO",
      "targetValue": "200 DPMO",
      "descriptiontrend": "Target performance"improving"
    },
    {
     }, "metricName": "Customer Return Rate",
      "impactOnSupplyChainmetricDescription": {"Percentage of shipped products returned due to quality issues",
      "typecurrentValue": "string1.8%",
      "targetValue": "1.0%",
      "descriptiontrend": "stable"How
this metric affects supply chain"}
  ],
  "technologyEnablers": [
   } {
       }
  "technologyName": "Supply Chain Control Tower",
   }   "technologyPurpose":  },
    "improvementInitiatives": {"End-to-end visibility and exception management",
      "typeimplementationStatus": "arrayoperational",
      "descriptionbusinessImpact": "Initiatives45% toreduction improvein capabilitysupply fordisruption supplyresolution chaintime",
    },
 "items": {  {
      "typetechnologyName": "objectDigital Twin Simulation",
 
      "propertiestechnologyPurpose": {"Network design and scenario planning",
      "initiativeNameimplementationStatus": {"implementing",
            "type"businessImpact": "string",Expected 12% improvement in network efficiency"
    },
  "description": "Name of initiative"{
      "technologyName": "Machine Learning Demand },
   Forecasting",
      "initiativeDescriptiontechnologyPurpose": {
 "Improved demand prediction accuracy",
       "typeimplementationStatus": "stringoperational",
      "businessImpact": "18% reduction in forecast error"
   "description": "Description of initiative"
 }
  ],
  "digitalMaturity": {
     }"overallMaturity": "defined",
    "dataVisibility": "advanced",
    "expectedBenefitsprocessAutomation": {"developing",
       "advancedAnalytics": "defined",
    "typedigitalRoadmap": "string",Digital supply chain transformation program with focus on process automation and predictive analytics "description":through 2027"Supply
chain benefits expected"},
  "maturityLevel": {
      }"overallMaturity": "defined",
    "processMaturity": "managed",
    "statusperformanceManagement": {"defined",
    "maturityAssessmentDate": "2025-02-15"
   },
  "typeimprovementOpportunities": "string",[
    {
       "descriptionopportunityName": "CurrentSupplier Collaboration statusPlatform",
      "opportunityDescription": "Implementation of real-time collaboration tools "enum": ["planned", "in-progress", "completed", "ongoing"]
 for design and planning with key suppliers",
      "potentialImpact": "high",
}      "implementationComplexity": "medium",
 }       }"status": "planning"
    },
    "resourceAllocation": {
      "typeopportunityName": "objectNew Product Introduction Process Redesign",
      "descriptionopportunityDescription": "Resources allocated to capability for supply chainStreamlining of supply chain integration in NPI to reduce time-to-market",
      "propertiespotentialImpact": {
 "high",
      "budgetAllocationimplementationComplexity": {"high",
          "typestatus": "stringevaluating",
    },
    {
"description": "Budget allocated"    "opportunityName": "Logistics Network   }Optimization",

       "personnelAllocationopportunityDescription": {
   "Comprehensive review and redesign of global distribution network",
      "typepotentialImpact": "stringmedium",
  
       "descriptionimplementationComplexity": "high"Personnel,
allocated"      "status": "planning"
 },   }
  ],
  "technologyInvestmentstrategicImportance": {
     
    "typeimportanceLevel": "stringcritical",
          "description"strategicContribution": "TechnologySupply investments"chain capabilities are central to product availability, cost  }competitiveness, and sustainability goals",
     "allocationRationalealignmentWithObjectives": {[
      {
        "typeobjectiveID": "stringSO-2025-02",
 
        "descriptionalignmentDescription": "RationaleSupply forchain resourcedigitalization allocation"supports corporate digital       }
    transformation objective"
 }     },
     "governanceModel": {
        "typeobjectiveID": "stringSO-2025-04",
        "descriptionalignmentDescription": "HowSustainability initiatives capabilityin issupply governedchain forsupport supplycorporate chainESG needsobjectives"
      }
    ]
  },
}

Supply Chain Domain Schema Properties

Supply Chain Domain Attributes

Field	Type	Required	Description	Example
`supplyChainID`	string	Yes	Unique identifier for the supply chain element	"SC-MFG-001"
`title`	string	Yes	The name or title of the supply chain element	"Global Electronics Manufacturing Supply Chain"
`description`	string	Yes	A detailed explanation of the supply chain element	"End-to-end supply chain for consumer electronics manufacturing, including component sourcing, assembly operations, distribution networks, and aftermarket service fulfillment."
`supplyChainCategory`	string	Yes	Classification within supply network	"manufacturing"
`orgUnitTitle`	string	Yes	The organization unit responsible for this supply chain element	"Global Supply Chain Management"
`orgUnitRoles`	array of string	No	Specific roles within the organization unit that manage this supply chain element	["Chief Supply Chain Officer", "Director of Global Sourcing"]
`supplyChainScope`	string	No	Organizational scope covered by this supply chain element	"enterprise"
`geographicCoverage`	object	No	Geographic span of the supply chain element	{"regions": ["North America", "Asia-Pacific"], "coverageType": "global"}
`locationStrategy`	object	No	Approach to geographic positioning	{"strategyType": "proximity-to-supply", "strategyDescription": "Located near key suppliers"}
`leadTime`	object	No	Time required for fulfillment	{"endToEndLeadTime": "45-60 days", "leadTimeReliability": "72%"}
`volumeCapacity`	object	No	Throughput capability	{"normalCapacity": "1.2 million units per month", "utilizationRate": "83%"}
`costStructure`	object	No	Supply chain cost breakdown	{"totalCost": "$425M annual", "costComponents": [{...}]}
`flexibilityRating`	object	No	Adaptability to change	{"overallRating": "moderate", "volumeFlexibility": "high"}
`resilienceRating`	object	No	Ability to withstand disruption	{"overallRating": "moderate", "redundancyLevel": "low"}
`riskProfile`	object	No	Supply chain risk characteristics	{"overallRiskLevel": "high", "keyRiskFactors": [{...}]}
`sustainabilityRating`	object	No	Environmental and social performance	{"overallRating": "moderate", "carbonFootprint": "187,000 metric tons CO2e"}
`environmentalImpact`	object	No	Environmental effects of operations	{"carbonEmissions": "187,000 metric tons CO2e", "wasteGeneration": "5,200 tons"}
`qualityMetrics`	array of objects	No	Quality performance measures	[{"metricName": "First Pass Yield", "currentValue": "94.6%"}]
`technologyEnablers`	array of objects	No	Supporting technologies	[{"technologyName": "Supply Chain Control Tower", "businessImpact": "45% reduction"}]
`digitalMaturity`	object	No	Level of digital technology adoption	{"overallMaturity": "defined", "dataVisibility": "advanced"}
`maturityLevel`	object	No	Current development stage	{"overallMaturity": "defined", "processMaturity": "managed"}
`improvementOpportunities`	array of objects	No	Areas for enhancement	[{"opportunityName": "Supplier Collaboration Platform", "potentialImpact": "high"}]
`strategicImportance`	object	No	Significance to business strategy	{"importanceLevel": "critical", "strategicContribution": "Central to product availability"}
`competitiveAdvantage`	object	No	How supply chain creates competitive advantage	{"advantageLevel": "advantage", "advantageSources": ["Advanced visibility technology"]}
`dependencies`	array of objects	No	Other domains, processes, or systems supporting this supply chain element	[{"dependencyType": "Critical", "domainType": "Capability", "entityID": "CAP-SC-003"}]
`relatedSupplyChainElements`	array of objects	No	Other supply chain elements with relationships to this one	[{"elementID": "SC-MFG-002", "relationshipType": "upstream"}]
`governanceModel`	object	No	How the supply chain is governed	{"governanceStructure": "Cross-functional Supply Chain Leadership Council"}

Supplier Network Element Schema

Field	Type	Required	Description	Example
`networkID`	string	Yes	Unique identifier for the supplier network	"SN-ELECT-001"
`networkTitle`	string	Yes	Name of the supplier network	"Electronics Component Supplier Network"
`description`	string	Yes	Detailed explanation of the supplier network	"Global network of semiconductor and electronic component suppliers"
`orgUnitTitle`	string	Yes	The organization unit responsible for this supplier network	"Strategic Sourcing Department"
`supplyChainID`	string	No	ID of the supply chain domain this network belongs to	"SC-MFG-001"
`supplierCategories`	array of objects	No	Types of suppliers in the network	[{"categoryName": "Semiconductor Manufacturers", "spendPercentage": 45}]
`supplierTiers`	array of objects	No	Hierarchical arrangement of suppliers	[{"tierLevel": "tier-1", "supplierCount": 38, "visibilityLevel": "full"}]
`geographicDistribution`	object	No	Geographic distribution of suppliers	{"regions": [{"regionName": "Asia-Pacific", "supplierCount": 64}]}
`singleSourceComponents`	array of objects	No	Items with single source of supply	[{"itemName": "Custom ASIC", "criticality": "high"}]
`criticalSuppliers`	array of objects	No	Strategically important suppliers	[{"supplierName": "TechSemi Inc.", "criticality": "very-high"}]
`supplierSelectionCriteria`	array of objects	No	Criteria for supplier selection	[{"criterionName": "Quality Certification", "weightingFactor": 25}]
`supplierPerformanceMetrics`	array of objects	No	Metrics for measuring supplier performance	[{"metricName": "On-time Delivery", "targetValue": "98%"}]
`supplierRelationshipTypes`	array of objects	No	Types of supplier relationships	[{"relationshipType": "strategic", "supplierCount": 12}]
`governanceModel`	object	No	How the supplier network is governed	{"governanceStructure": "Quarterly performance review council"}
`riskProfile`	object	No	Risk characteristics of supplier network	{"overallRiskLevel": "high", "riskCategories": [{...}]}
`sustainabilityRequirements`	object	No	Sustainability expectations for suppliers	{"environmentalRequirements": ["ISO 14001 certification"]}
`technologyIntegration`	object	No	Technology integration with suppliers	{"integrationLevel": "moderate", "integrationPlatforms": ["EDI", "Supplier Portal"]}
`collaborationModel`	object	No	How collaboration with suppliers is structured	{"collaborationAreas": ["New product development", "Quality improvement"]}
`spendAnalysis`	object	No	Analysis of supplier spending	{"totalAnnualSpend": "$312M", "spendConcentration": "Top 10 suppliers represent 62% of spend"}
`contractManagement`	object	No	Management of supplier contracts	{"contractTypes": ["Long-term agreements", "Spot contracts"]}
`improvementInitiatives`	array of objects	No	Initiatives to improve supplier network	[{"initiativeName": "Supplier Digital Enablement", "expectedBenefits": "Improved visibility and collaboration"}]

...

  "competitiveAdvantage": {
    "advantageLevel": "advantage",
    "advantageSources": ["Advanced visibility technology", "Supplier relationship depth", "Multi-region manufacturing flexibility"],
    "competitiveBenchmarking": "Leading in technology adoption and visibility, lagging in new product flexibility compared to key competitors",
    "sustainabilityOfAdvantage": "Technology advantage requires ongoing investment, relationship advantage sustainable with continued engagement"
  },
  "dependencies": [
    {
      "dependencyType": "Critical",
      "domainType": "Capability",
      "entityID": "CAP-SC-003",
      "description": "Advanced procurement capability"
    },
    {
      "dependencyType": "Important",
      "domainType": "Technology",
      "entityID": "TECH-007",
      "description": "Supply chain planning and control tower systems"
    }
  ],
  "relatedSupplyChainElements": [
    {
      "elementID": "SC-MFG-002",
      "relationshipType": "upstream",
      "relationshipStrength": 4,
      "description": "Component supplier network for semiconductors"
    },
    {
      "elementID": "SC-LOG-001",
      "relationshipType": "downstream",
      "relationshipStrength": 5,
      "description": "Global distribution network for finished goods"
    }
  ],
  "governanceModel": {
    "governanceStructure": "Cross-functional Supply Chain Leadership Council with regional representation",
    "decisionRights": "Network design decisions centralized, execution decisions regionalized",
    "performanceReviewProcess": "Monthly operational reviews, quarterly strategic reviews",
    "continuousImprovement": "Dedicated supply chain excellence team with agile improvement methodology"
  }
}

Supply Chain Domain Schema

JSON Schema

See: https://github.com/Orthogramic/Orthogramic_Metamodel/blob/main/schemas/supply-chain.schema.json

Supply Chain Domain Attributes

Field	Type	Required	Description	Example
`supplyChainID`	string	Yes	Unique identifier for the supply chain element	"SC-MFG-001"
`title`	string	Yes	The name or title of the supply chain element	"Global Electronics Manufacturing Supply Chain"
`description`	string	Yes	A detailed explanation of the supply chain element	"End-to-end supply chain for consumer electronics manufacturing, including component sourcing, assembly operations, distribution networks, and aftermarket service fulfillment."
`supplyChainCategory`	string	Yes	Classification within supply network	"manufacturing"
`orgUnitTitle`	string	Yes	The organization unit responsible for this supply chain element	"Global Supply Chain Management"
`orgUnitRoles`	array of string	No	Specific roles within the organization unit that manage this supply chain element	["Chief Supply Chain Officer", "Director of Global Sourcing"]
`supplyChainScope`	string	No	Organizational scope covered by this supply chain element	"enterprise"
`geographicCoverage`	object	No	Geographic span of the supply chain element	{"regions": ["North America", "Asia-Pacific"], "coverageType": "global"}
`locationStrategy`	object	No	Approach to geographic positioning	{"strategyType": "proximity-to-supply", "strategyDescription": "Located near key suppliers"}
`leadTime`	object	No	Time required for fulfillment	{"endToEndLeadTime": "45-60 days", "leadTimeReliability": "72%"}
`volumeCapacity`	object	No	Throughput capability	{"normalCapacity": "1.2 million units per month", "utilizationRate": "83%"}
`costStructure`	object	No	Supply chain cost breakdown	{"totalCost": "$425M annual", "costComponents": [{...}]}
`flexibilityRating`	object	No	Adaptability to change	{"overallRating": "moderate", "volumeFlexibility": "high"}
`resilienceRating`	object	No	Ability to withstand disruption	{"overallRating": "moderate", "redundancyLevel": "low"}
`riskProfile`	object	No	Supply chain risk characteristics	{"overallRiskLevel": "high", "keyRiskFactors": [{...}]}
`sustainabilityRating`	object	No	Environmental and social performance	{"overallRating": "moderate", "carbonFootprint": "187,000 metric tons CO2e"}
`environmentalImpact`	object	No	Environmental effects of operations	{"carbonEmissions": "187,000 metric tons CO2e", "wasteGeneration": "5,200 tons"}
`qualityMetrics`	array of objects	No	Quality performance measures	[{"metricName": "First Pass Yield", "currentValue": "94.6%"}]
`technologyEnablers`	array of objects	No	Supporting technologies	[{"technologyName": "Supply Chain Control Tower", "businessImpact": "45% reduction"}]
`digitalMaturity`	object	No	Level of digital technology adoption	{"overallMaturity": "defined", "dataVisibility": "advanced"}
`maturityLevel`	object	No	Current development stage	{"overallMaturity": "defined", "processMaturity": "managed"}
`improvementOpportunities`	array of objects	No	Areas for enhancement	[{"opportunityName": "Supplier Collaboration Platform", "potentialImpact": "high"}]
`strategicImportance`	object	No	Significance to business strategy	{"importanceLevel": "critical", "strategicContribution": "Central to product availability"}
`competitiveAdvantage`	object	No	How supply chain creates competitive advantage	{"advantageLevel": "advantage", "advantageSources": ["Advanced visibility technology"]}
`dependencies`	array of objects	No	Other domains, processes, or systems supporting this supply chain element	[{"dependencyType": "Critical", "domainType": "Capability", "entityID": "CAP-SC-003"}]
`relatedSupplyChainElements`	array of objects	No	Other supply chain elements with relationships to this one	[{"elementID": "SC-MFG-002", "relationshipType": "upstream"}]
`governanceModel`	object	No	How the supply chain is governed	{"governanceStructure": "Cross-functional Supply Chain Leadership Council"}

Supplier Network Element Schema

Field	Type	Required	Description	Example

processID

networkID

string

Yes

Unique identifier for the

supply chain process

supplier network

"

SCP

SN-

S2P

ELECT-001"

processTitle

networkTitle

string

Yes

Name of the

supply chain process"Source-to-Pay Process

supplier network	"Electronics Component Supplier Network"
`description`	string	Yes	Detailed explanation of the

supply chain process"End-to-end procurement process from supplier selection through payment

supplier network	"Global network of semiconductor and electronic component suppliers"
`orgUnitTitle`	string	Yes	The organization unit responsible for this

process

supplier network

"

Procurement Operations

Strategic Sourcing Department"
`supplyChainID`	string	No	ID of the supply chain domain this

process

network belongs to

"SC-MFG-001"

processType

supplierCategories

string

array of objects

No

Category of process

"sourcing"

processOwner

string

No

Individual or role responsible for the process

"Director of Procurement Operations"

processScope

object

No

Boundaries of the process

{"startPoint": "Demand identification", "endPoint": "Supplier payment"}

processSteps

array of objects

No

Key activities involved in the process

[{"stepID": "S2P-01", "stepName": "Requisition Creation", "sequenceNumber": 1}]

processInputs

Types of suppliers in the network	[{"categoryName": "Semiconductor Manufacturers", "spendPercentage": 45}]
`supplierTiers`	array of objects	No	Hierarchical arrangement of suppliers	[{"tierLevel": "tier-1", "supplierCount": 38, "visibilityLevel": "full"}]
`geographicDistribution`	object	No	Geographic distribution of suppliers	{"regions": [{"regionName": "Asia-Pacific", "supplierCount": 64}]}
`singleSourceComponents`	array of objects	No

Required inputs to the process

Items with single source of supply

[{"

inputName

itemName": "

Approved Budget

Custom ASIC", "

inputSource

criticality": "

Finance Department

high"}]

processOutputs

criticalSuppliers

array of objects

No

Resulting outputs from the process

Strategically important suppliers

[{"

outputName

supplierName": "

Purchase Order

TechSemi Inc.", "

outputDestination

criticality": "

Supplier

very-high"}]

processControls

supplierSelectionCriteria

array of objects

No

Control mechanisms for the process

Criteria for supplier selection

[{"

controlName

criterionName": "

Approval Workflow

Quality Certification", "

controlType

weightingFactor":

"preventive"

25}]

processDependencies

supplierPerformanceMetrics

array of objects

No

Related processes or dependencies

Metrics for measuring supplier performance

[{"

dependencyID

metricName": "

SCP-DEM-001

On-time Delivery", "

dependencyType

targetValue": "

predecessor

98%"}]

processMetrics

supplierRelationshipTypes

array of objects

No

Performance measures for the process

Types of supplier relationships

[{"

metricName

relationshipType": "

Purchase Order Cycle Time

strategic", "

currentValue

supplierCount":

"3.2 days"

12}]

processRisks

governanceModel

array of objects

object

No

Specific risks related to this process

[{"riskName": "Unauthorized Purchases", "likelihood": "low", "impact": "moderate"}]

processOptimizationOpportunities

array of objects

No

Opportunities to improve the process

[{"opportunityName": "Touchless Processing", "potentialBenefits": "65% reduction in manual effort"}]

technologySupport

array of objects

No

Technologies supporting this process

[{"technologyName": "Procure-to-Pay System", "effectivenessAssessment": "effective"}]

automationLevel

object

No

Level of process automation

{"overallAutomation": "partially-automated", "automationByStep": [{...}]}

standardization

object

No

Level of process standardization

{"standardizationLevel": "mostly-standardized", "complianceLevel": "high"}

trainingRequirements

array of objects

No

Training needed for this process

[{"roleTitle": "Procurement Specialist", "trainingNeeds": ["System navigation", "Negotiation skills"]}]

processMaturity

object

No

Maturity assessment of the process

{"maturityLevel": "defined", "maturityAssessmentDate": "2025-02-15"}

...

How the supplier network is governed	{"governanceStructure": "Quarterly performance review council"}
`riskProfile`	object	No	Risk characteristics of supplier network	{"overallRiskLevel": "high", "riskCategories": [{...}]}
`sustainabilityRequirements`	object	No	Sustainability expectations for suppliers	{"environmentalRequirements": ["ISO 14001 certification"]}
`technologyIntegration`	object	No	Technology integration with suppliers	{"integrationLevel": "moderate", "integrationPlatforms": ["EDI", "Supplier Portal"]}
`collaborationModel`	object	No	How collaboration with suppliers is structured	{"collaborationAreas": ["New product development", "Quality improvement"]}
`spendAnalysis`	object	No	Analysis of supplier spending	{"totalAnnualSpend": "$312M", "spendConcentration": "Top 10 suppliers represent 62% of spend"}
`contractManagement`	object	No	Management of supplier contracts	{"contractTypes": ["Long-term agreements", "Spot contracts"]}
`improvementInitiatives`	array of objects	No	Initiatives to improve supplier network	[{"initiativeName": "Supplier Digital Enablement", "expectedBenefits": "Improved visibility and collaboration"}]

Supply Chain Process Element Schema

Field	Type	Required	Description	Example

networkID

processID

string

Yes

Unique identifier for the

logistics network

supply chain process

"

LN

SCP-

GLOBAL

S2P-001"

networkTitle

processTitle

string

Yes

Name of the

logistics network"Global Distribution Network

supply chain process	"Source-to-Pay Process"
`description`	string	Yes	Detailed explanation of the

logistics network

supply chain process

"

Network of distribution centers and transportation links to deliver finished products to customers worldwide

End-to-end procurement process from supplier selection through payment"
`orgUnitTitle`	string	Yes	The organization unit responsible for this

logistics network

process

"

Global Logistics

Procurement Operations"
`supplyChainID`	string	No	ID of the supply chain domain this

network

process belongs to

"SC-MFG-001"

networkType

processType

string

No

Logistics Network Element Schema

Field	Type	Required	Description	Example

inventoryID

networkID

string

Yes

Unique identifier for the

inventory management element

logistics network

"

INV

LN-

FG

GLOBAL-001"

inventoryCategory

networkTitle

string

Yes

Type

Name of

inventory

the logistics network

"

finished-goods

Global Distribution Network"
`description`	string	Yes	Detailed explanation of the

inventory management element

logistics network

"

Management of finished electronic products inventory across global distribution network

Network of distribution centers and transportation links to deliver finished products to customers worldwide"
`orgUnitTitle`	string	Yes	The organization unit responsible for this

inventory

logistics network

"Global

Inventory Management

Logistics Operations"
`supplyChainID`	string	No	ID of the supply chain domain this

inventory

network belongs to

"SC-MFG-001"

inventoryPurpose

networkType

string

No

Strategic purpose of the inventory

Category of logistics network

"

cycle

distribution"

inventoryPolicy

networkNodes

object{"policyType

array of objects

No

Management approach for the inventory

Key facilities and locations in the network

[{"nodeID": "

min

DC-NA-

max

001", "

policyDescription

nodeName": "

Regional minimum and maximum levels based on demand patterns"}

inventoryLevels

object

No

Quantity parameters for the inventory

{"averageInventory": "32 days of supply", "safetyStockLevel": "14 days of supply"}

inventoryTurnover

object

No

Rate of inventory usage

{"turnoverRate": "11.4 times annually", "daysOfSupply": "32 days"}

inventoryCosts

object

No

Costs associated with inventory

{"totalInventoryValue": "$86M", "holdingCost": "21% of value annually"}

inventoryLocation

array of objects

No

Storage locations for inventory

[{"locationName": "Memphis DC", "inventoryValue": "$24M", "inventoryPercentage": 28}]

inventoryVisibility

object

No

Tracking capabilities for inventory

{"visibilityLevel": "high", "trackingMethods": ["RFID", "WMS"], "dataAccuracy": "98.7%"}

stockoutRisk

object

No

Risk of inventory depletion

{"overallRisk": "moderate", "serviceLevel": "98.5% target", "actualServiceLevel": "97.2%"}

obsolescenceRisk

object

No

Risk of inventory obsolescence

{"overallRisk": "high", "obsolescenceRate": "4.2% annually"}

inventoryOptimizationStrategy

object

No

Approach to inventory improvement

{"optimizationObjectives": ["Reduce total inventory by 15%", "Maintain 98.5% service level"]}

inventoryPerformanceMetrics

array of objects

No

Metrics for measuring inventory performance

[{"metricName": "Inventory Accuracy", "currentValue": "98.7%", "targetValue": "99.5%"}]

demandPlanning

object

No

Approach to planning inventory based on demand

{"forecastingMethod": "Statistical with machine learning", "forecastAccuracy": "78% at SKU level"}

inventoryClassification

object

No

Classification of inventory items

{"classificationMethod": "abc", "categoryBreakdown": [{...}]}

qualityManagement

object

No

Quality management for inventory

{"inspectionProcess": "Sample-based quality inspection at receiving", "defectRate": "0.8%"}

inventoryGovernance

object

No

Governance of inventory management

{"governanceStructure": "Inventory Review Board with monthly meetings", "auditingApproach": "Quarterly cycle counts"}

...

Memphis Distribution Center", "nodeType": "distribution-center"}]
`networkConnections`	array of objects	No	Connections between nodes in the network	[{"connectionID": "CONN-001", "sourceNodeID": "DC-NA-001", "transportationMode": "road"}]
`transportationModes`	array of objects	No	Methods of transport used in the network	[{"modeName": "ocean", "utilizationPercentage": 65, "costPercentage": 42}]
`networkCapacity`	object	No	Throughput capabilities of the network	{"overallCapacity": "1.5M units monthly", "utilizationRate": "78%"}
`serviceLevels`	array of objects	No	Performance standards for the network	[{"serviceName": "Standard Delivery", "performanceMetrics": [{...}]}]
`costEfficiency`	object	No	Cost performance of the logistics network	{"totalLogisticsCost": "$36M annually", "costPerUnit": "$4.82"}
`carbonFootprint`	object	No	Environmental impact of the logistics network	{"totalCarbonEmissions": "76,000 metric tons CO2e annually"}
`networkFlexibility`	object	No	Adaptability of the logistics network to change	{"overallFlexibility": "moderate", "volumeFlexibility": "high"}
`networkVisibility`	object	No	Visibility into logistics network operations	{"overallVisibility": "high", "trackingCapabilities": "Real-time tracking of 95% of shipments"}
`thirdPartyLogistics`	array of objects	No	Third-party logistics providers in the network	[{"providerName": "Global Express Logistics", "servicesProvided": ["International freight", "Customs clearance"]}]
`networkOptimizationStrategy`	object	No	Strategy for improving the logistics network	{"optimizationFocus": ["Cost reduction", "Service level improvement"]}
`networkResilience`	object	No	Ability of the network to withstand disruptions	{"resilienceRating": "moderate", "vulnerabilityPoints": ["Port congestion", "Weather disruptions"]}
`complianceRequirements`	array of objects	No	Regulatory and compliance requirements	[{"requirementName": "International Trade Compliance", "complianceStatus": "compliant"}]

Inventory Management Element Schema

Field	Type	Required	Description	Example

relationshipID

inventoryID

string

Yes

Unique identifier for

this relationship

the inventory management element

"

REL

INV-

SC-STR

FG-001"

supplyChainID

inventoryCategory

string

Yes

ID of the supply chain element

Type of inventory

"

SC

finished-

MFG-001

goods"

title

description

string

Yes

Name

Detailed explanation of the

strategy

"Digital Transformation Strategy"

relationshipType

inventory management element	"Management of finished electronic products inventory across global distribution network"
`orgUnitTitle`	string	Yes

Nature of the supply chain influence on strategy

"enabler"

relationshipStrength

integer

The organization unit responsible for this inventory	"Global Inventory Management"
`supplyChainID`	string	No

Strength of influence (1-5)

4

supplyChainFactors

array of string

No

Supply chain factors influencing this strategy

["Advanced visibility capabilities", "Digital supplier integration"]

strategicAlignment

object

No

How supply chain aligns with strategy

{"alignmentDescription": "Supply chain digitalization enables broader transformation", "alignmentLevel": "mostly-aligned"}

strategicObjectives

array of objects

No

Strategic objectives affected by supply chain

[{"objectiveID": "SO-2025-02", "supplyChainContribution": "Provides digital foundation"}]

competitivePositioning

object

No

How supply chain affects competitive position

{"positioningRole": "Differentiation through superior delivery reliability", "competitiveAdvantages": ["Faster time-to-market", "Higher delivery reliability"]}

strategyConstraints

array of objects

No

Constraints imposed by supply chain

[{"constraintDescription": "Manufacturing footprint limits market entry speed", "impactLevel": "moderate"}]

strategicInvestments

array of objects

No

Strategic investments in supply chain

[{"investmentName": "Supply Chain Control Tower", "investmentRationale": "Enable end-to-end visibility"}]

performanceMetrics

ID of the supply chain domain this inventory belongs to	"SC-MFG-001"
`inventoryPurpose`	string	No	Strategic purpose of the inventory	"cycle"
`inventoryPolicy`	object	No	Management approach for the inventory	{"policyType": "min-max", "policyDescription": "Regional minimum and maximum levels based on demand patterns"}
`inventoryLevels`	object	No	Quantity parameters for the inventory	{"averageInventory": "32 days of supply", "safetyStockLevel": "14 days of supply"}
`inventoryTurnover`	object	No	Rate of inventory usage	{"turnoverRate": "11.4 times annually", "daysOfSupply": "32 days"}
`inventoryCosts`	object	No	Costs associated with inventory	{"totalInventoryValue": "$86M", "holdingCost": "21% of value annually"}
`inventoryLocation`	array of objects	No

Metrics for measuring strategic impact

Storage locations for inventory

[{"

metricName

locationName": "

Time-to-Market

Memphis DC", "

currentValue

inventoryValue": "

120 days

$24M", "

targetValue

inventoryPercentage":

"90 days"

Field

Type

Required

Description

Example

relationshipID

string

Yes

Unique identifier for this relationship

"REL-SC-CAP-001"

supplyChainID

string

Yes

ID of the supply chain element

"SC-MFG-001"

title

string

Yes

Name of the capability

"Advanced Procurement"

relationshipType

string

Yes

Nature of the relationship

"critical"

relationshipStrength

integer

No

Importance of this relationship (1-5)

5

capabilityContribution

string

No

How capability contributes to supply chain

"Ensures strategic sourcing and supplier selection"

capabilityRequirements

array of objects

No

Requirements the supply chain places on capability

[{"requirementDescription": "AI-powered supplier risk assessment", "importance": "high"}]

capabilityMaturity

object

No

Maturity of capability for supply chain needs

{"maturityLevel": "defined", "maturityGaps": ["Digital skills", "Automation"]}

performanceMetrics

28}]

Supply Chain-Capability Relationship Schema

`inventoryVisibility`	object	No	Tracking capabilities for inventory	{"visibilityLevel": "high", "trackingMethods": ["RFID", "WMS"], "dataAccuracy": "98.7%"}
`stockoutRisk`	object	No	Risk of inventory depletion	{"overallRisk": "moderate", "serviceLevel": "98.5% target", "actualServiceLevel": "97.2%"}
`obsolescenceRisk`	object	No	Risk of inventory obsolescence	{"overallRisk": "high", "obsolescenceRate": "4.2% annually"}
`inventoryOptimizationStrategy`	object	No	Approach to inventory improvement	{"optimizationObjectives": ["Reduce total inventory by 15%", "Maintain 98.5% service level"]}
`inventoryPerformanceMetrics`	array of objects	No	Metrics for measuring

capability contribution

inventory performance

[{"metricName": "

Supplier Quality Index

Inventory Accuracy", "currentValue": "

87/100

98.7%", "targetValue": "

92/100

99.5%"}]

improvementInitiatives

demandPlanning

array of objects

object

No

Initiatives to improve capability for supply chain

[{"initiativeName": "Digital Procurement Transformation", "expectedBenefits": "30% reduction in procurement cycle time"}]

resourceAllocation

Approach to planning inventory based on demand	{"forecastingMethod": "Statistical with machine learning", "forecastAccuracy": "78% at SKU level"}
`inventoryClassification`	object	No	Classification of inventory items	{"classificationMethod": "abc", "categoryBreakdown": [{...}]}
`qualityManagement`	object	No

Resources allocated to capability for supply chain

Quality management for inventory

{"

budgetAllocation

inspectionProcess": "

$4.2M annually

Sample-based quality inspection at receiving", "

personnelAllocation

defectRate": "

28 FTEs

0.8%"}

governanceModel

inventoryGovernance

string

object

No

How capability is governed for supply chain needs

"Quarterly capability review with defined performance metrics"

Supply Chain-Related Rationales Schema

...

Governance of inventory management

{"governanceStructure": "Inventory Review Board with monthly meetings", "auditingApproach": "Quarterly cycle counts"}

Supply Chain-Strategy Relationship Schema

Field	Type	Required	Description	Example

responseID


`relationshipID`	string	Yes	Unique identifier for this relationship	"REL-SC-STR-001"
`supplyChainID`	string	Yes

A unique identifier for the strategic response

ID of the supply chain element

"

SRM-

SC-

2025

MFG-001"

responseTitle

title

string

Yes

A concise title summarizing the strategic response

"Semiconductor Supply Chain Resilience Program"

responseType

Name of the strategy	"Digital Transformation Strategy"
`relationshipType`	string

No

Yes

The classification

Nature of the

response

supply chain influence on strategy

"

Risk_Mitigation"

responseDescription

string

Yes

A detailed explanation of the strategic response, its objectives, and scope

"Comprehensive program to reduce semiconductor supply risk through diversification, inventory strategy, and product redesign"

supplyChainIDs

array of string

No

Supply chain elements this response addresses

["SC-MFG-001", "SC-MFG-002"]

triggerReferences

array of string

Yes

An array of triggerIDs that initiated this strategic response

["TRG-SC-2025-001"]

rationaleReferences

array of string

Yes

An array of rationaleIDs providing justification for this response

["RAT-SC-2025-001"]

performanceIndicatorReferences

array of string

No

Metrics or KPIs that will be used to measure the success of the strategic response

["KPI-SC-2025-001", "KPI-SC-2025-002"]

supplyChainOutcomes

array of objects

No

Specific supply chain outcomes resulting from this response

[{"outcomeDescription": "Reduced lead time variability

enabler"
`relationshipStrength`	integer	No	Strength of influence (1-5)	4
`supplyChainFactors`	array of string	No	Supply chain factors influencing this strategy	["Advanced visibility capabilities", "Digital supplier integration"]
`strategicAlignment`	object	No	How supply chain aligns with strategy	{"alignmentDescription": "Supply chain digitalization enables broader transformation", "alignmentLevel": "mostly-aligned"}
`strategicObjectives`	array of objects	No	Strategic objectives affected by supply chain	[{"objectiveID": "SO-2025-02", "supplyChainContribution": "Provides digital foundation"}]
`competitivePositioning`	object	No	How supply chain affects competitive position	{"positioningRole": "Differentiation through superior delivery reliability", "competitiveAdvantages": ["Faster time-to-market", "Higher delivery reliability"]}
`strategyConstraints`	array of objects	No	Constraints imposed by supply chain	[{"constraintDescription": "Manufacturing footprint limits market entry speed", "impactLevel": "moderate"}]
`strategicInvestments`	array of objects	No	Strategic investments in supply chain	[{"investmentName": "Supply Chain Control Tower", "investmentRationale": "Enable end-to-end visibility"}]
`performanceMetrics`	array of objects	No	Metrics for measuring strategic impact	[{"metricName": "Time-to-Market", "currentValue": "120 days", "targetValue": "

<15% variance

90 days"}]

supplyChainChanges

array of objects

No

Specific changes to supply chain configuration or operations

[{"changeType": "supplier", "changeDescription": "Qualify three additional semiconductor suppliers"}]

affectedDomains

array of string

No

A list of business architecture domains impacted by this response

["Supply_Chain", "Risk", "Capability"]

implementationPlan

object

No

Plan outlining how the response will be executed

{"phaseApproach": "Three-phase implementation over 18 months", "keyMilestones": [{...}]}

supplyChainRisks

Supply Chain-Capability Relationship Schema

Field	Type	Required	Description	Example
`relationshipID`	string	Yes	Unique identifier for this relationship	"REL-SC-CAP-001"
`supplyChainID`	string	Yes	ID of the supply chain element	"SC-MFG-001"
`title`	string	Yes	Name of the capability	"Advanced Procurement"
`relationshipType`	string	Yes	Nature of the relationship	"critical"
`relationshipStrength`	integer	No	Importance of this relationship (1-5)	5
`capabilityContribution`	string	No	How capability contributes to supply chain	"Ensures strategic sourcing and supplier selection"
`capabilityRequirements`	array of objects	No

Risks related to

Requirements the supply chain

response

places on capability

[{"

riskDescription

requirementDescription": "

Supplier qualification delays

AI-powered supplier risk assessment", "

likelihood

importance": "

moderate", "impact": "significant

high"}]

expectedOutcomes

capabilityMaturity

string

object

No

A description of the anticipated results or benefits from implementing the response

"Reduced semiconductor supply disruption impact by 60% and expedite costs by 40%"

responsibleOrgUnits

array of string

No

Organisation units accountable for executing the strategic response

["Global Procurement", "Product Engineering"]

startDate

string

No

The planned start date for implementing the strategic response

"2025-04-01"

endDate

string

No

The planned completion date for the strategic response

"2026-09-30"

status

string

No

The current status of the strategic response

"In_Progress"

lastUpdated

string

No

The date when the strategic response record was last updated

"2025-03-15"

stakeholderEngagement

object

No

Approach to engaging key stakeholders

{"keyStakeholders": [{"stakeholderName": "Semiconductor Suppliers", "engagementApproach": "Monthly executive reviews"}]}

strategicThemes

array of string

No

An array of strategic priorities that this initiative supports

["Supply Chain Resilience", "Operational Excellence"]

...

Maturity of capability for supply chain needs	{"maturityLevel": "defined", "maturityGaps": ["Digital skills", "Automation"]}
`performanceMetrics`	array of objects	No	Metrics for measuring capability contribution	[{"metricName": "Supplier Quality Index", "currentValue": "87/100", "targetValue": "92/100"}]
`improvementInitiatives`	array of objects	No	Initiatives to improve capability for supply chain	[{"initiativeName": "Digital Procurement Transformation", "expectedBenefits": "30% reduction in procurement cycle time"}]
`resourceAllocation`	object	No	Resources allocated to capability for supply chain	{"budgetAllocation": "$4.2M annually", "personnelAllocation": "28 FTEs"}
`governanceModel`	string	No	How capability is governed for supply chain needs	"Quarterly capability review with defined performance metrics"

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of process	"sourcing"
`processOwner`	string	No	Individual or role responsible for the process	"Director of Procurement Operations"
`processScope`	object	No	Boundaries of the process	{"startPoint": "Demand identification", "endPoint": "Supplier payment"}
`processSteps`	array of objects	No	Key

Approved Budget", "inputSource": "Finance Department"}]
`processOutputs`	array of objects	No	Resulting outputs from the process	[{"outputName": "Purchase Order", "outputDestination": "Supplier"}]

, "impact": "moderate"}]
`processOptimizationOpportunities`	array of objects	No	Opportunities to improve the process	[{"opportunityName": "Touchless Processing", "potentialBenefits": "65% reduction in manual effort"}]
`technologySupport`	array of objects	No	Technologies supporting this process	[{"technologyName": "Procure-to-Pay System", "effectivenessAssessment": "effective"}]
`automationLevel`	object	No	Level of process automation	{"overallAutomation": "partially-automated", "automationByStep": [{...}]}
`standardization`	object	No	Level of process standardization	{"standardizationLevel": "mostly-standardized", "complianceLevel": "high"}
`trainingRequirements`	array of objects	No	Training needed for this process	[{"roleTitle": "Procurement Specialist", "trainingNeeds": ["System navigation", "Negotiation skills"]}]
`processMaturity`	object	No	Maturity assessment of the process	{"maturityLevel": "defined", "maturityAssessmentDate": "2025-02-15"}

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Key

Overview

What is the Supply Chain Domain?

Purpose and Value

Core Concepts

Domain Structure

Implementation Guidelines

Schema Evolution Guidance

Conclusion

Example Implementation

Example: Global Manufacturing Supply Chain Analysis

Supply Chain Domain Schema

Cross-Domain Relationship Mappings

Supply Chain-Strategy Relationship Schema

Supply Chain-Capability Relationship Schema

Overview

What is the Supply Chain Domain?

Purpose and Value

Core Concepts

Conclusion

Example Implementation

Example: Global Manufacturing Supply Chain Analysis

Supply Chain Domain Schema Properties

Supply Chain Domain Attributes

Supplier Network Element Schema

Supply Chain Domain Schema

JSON Schema

Supply Chain Domain Attributes

Supplier Network Element Schema

Supply Chain Process Element Schema

Logistics Network Element Schema

Inventory Management Element Schema

Supply Chain-Capability Relationship Schema

Supply Chain-Related Rationales Schema

Supply Chain-Strategy Relationship Schema

Supply Chain-Capability Relationship Schema