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.

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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

Info

Add to JSON Schema

Convert these Cross domain JSON schema snippets to tables

Supply Chain-Strategy Relationship Schema

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{
  "$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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{
  "$schema": "http://json-schema.org/draft-07/schema#",
  "title": "Supply Chain-Capability Relationship Schema",
  "description": "Schema for relationships between Supply Chain domain and Capability 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 capability"
    },
    "relationshipType": {
      "type": "string",
      "description": "Nature of the relationship",
      "enum": ["enabling", "supporting", "dependent", "enhancing", "limiting", "critical", "developing", "other"]
    },
    "relationshipStrength": {
      "type": "integer",
      "description": "Importance of this relationship (1-5)",
      "minimum": 1,
      "maximum": 5
    },
    "capabilityContribution": {
      "type": "string",
      "description": "How capability contributes to supply chain"
    },
    "capabilityRequirements": {
      "type": "array",
      "description": "Requirements the supply chain places on capability",
      "items": {
        "type": "object",
        "properties": {
          "requirementDescription": {
            "type": "string",
            "description": "Description of requirement"
          },
          "importance": {
            "type": "string",
            "description": "Importance level",
            "enum": ["low", "medium", "high", "critical"]
          },
          "fulfillmentLevel": {
            "type": "string",
            "description": "How well requirement is met",
            "enum": ["unmet", "partially-met", "mostly-met", "fully-met"]
          },
          "improvementNeeds": {
            "type": "string",
            "description": "Areas needing improvement"
          }
        }
      }
    },
    "capabilityMaturity": {
      "type": "object",
      "description": "Maturity of capability for supply chain needs",
      "properties": {
        "maturityLevel": {
          "type": "string",
          "description": "Current maturity assessment",
          "enum": ["initial", "developing", "defined", "managed", "optimizing"]
        },
        "maturityGaps": {
          "type": "array",
          "description": "Key maturity gaps",
          "items": {
            "type": "string"
          }
        },
        "maturityTargets": {
          "type": "string",
          "description": "Target maturity state"
        },
        "developmentRoadmap": {
          "type": "string",
          "description": "Plan for capability development"
        }
      }
    },
    "performanceMetrics": {
      "type": "array",
      "description": "Metrics for measuring capability contribution",
      "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"
          },
          "impactOnSupplyChain": {
            "type": "string",
            "description": "How this metric affects supply chain"
          }
        }
      }
    },
    "improvementInitiatives": {
      "type": "array",
      "description": "Initiatives to improve capability for supply chain",
      "items": {
        "type": "object",
        "properties": {
          "initiativeName": {
            "type": "string",
            "description": "Name of initiative"
          },
          "initiativeDescription": {
            "type": "string",
            "description": "Description of initiative"
          },
          "expectedBenefits": {
            "type": "string",
            "description": "Supply chain benefits expected"
          },
          "status": {
            "type": "string",
            "description": "Current status",
            "enum": ["planned", "in-progress", "completed", "ongoing"]
          }
        }
      }
    },
    "resourceAllocation": {
      "type": "object",
      "description": "Resources allocated to capability for supply chain",
      "properties": {
        "budgetAllocation": {
          "type": "string",
          "description": "Budget allocated"
        },
        "personnelAllocation": {
          "type": "string",
          "description": "Personnel allocated"
        },
        "technologyInvestment": {
          "type": "string",
          "description": "Technology investments"
        },
        "allocationRationale": {
          "type": "string",
          "description": "Rationale for resource allocation"
        }
      }
    },
    "governanceModel": {
      "type": "string",
      "description": "How capability is governed for supply chain needs"
    }
  }
}

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"}]

Supply Chain Process Element Schema

Field	Type	Required	Description	Example
`processID`	string	Yes	Unique identifier for the supply chain process	"SCP-S2P-001"
`processTitle`	string	Yes	Name of the supply chain process	"Source-to-Pay Process"
`description`	string	Yes	Detailed explanation of the supply chain process	"End-to-end procurement process from supplier selection through payment"
`orgUnitTitle`	string	Yes	The organization unit responsible for this process	"Procurement Operations"
`supplyChainID`	string	No	ID of the supply chain domain this process belongs to	"SC-MFG-001"
`processType`	string	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`	array of objects	No	Required inputs to the process	[{"inputName": "Approved Budget", "inputSource": "Finance Department"}]
`processOutputs`	array of objects	No	Resulting outputs from the process	[{"outputName": "Purchase Order", "outputDestination": "Supplier"}]
`processControls`	array of objects	No	Control mechanisms for the process	[{"controlName": "Approval Workflow", "controlType": "preventive"}]
`processDependencies`	array of objects	No	Related processes or dependencies	[{"dependencyID": "SCP-DEM-001", "dependencyType": "predecessor"}]
`processMetrics`	array of objects	No	Performance measures for the process	[{"metricName": "Purchase Order Cycle Time", "currentValue": "3.2 days"}]
`processRisks`	array of objects	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"}

Logistics Network Element Schema

Field	Type	Required	Description	Example
`networkID`	string	Yes	Unique identifier for the logistics network	"LN-GLOBAL-001"
`networkTitle`	string	Yes	Name of the logistics network	"Global Distribution Network"
`description`	string	Yes	Detailed explanation of the logistics network	"Network of distribution centers and transportation links to deliver finished products to customers worldwide"
`orgUnitTitle`	string	Yes	The organization unit responsible for this logistics network	"Global Logistics Operations"
`supplyChainID`	string	No	ID of the supply chain domain this network belongs to	"SC-MFG-001"
`networkType`	string	No	Category of logistics network	"distribution"
`networkNodes`	array of objects	No	Key facilities and locations in the network	[{"nodeID": "DC-NA-001", "nodeName": "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
`inventoryID`	string	Yes	Unique identifier for the inventory management element	"INV-FG-001"
`inventoryCategory`	string	Yes	Type of inventory	"finished-goods"
`description`	string	Yes	Detailed explanation of the inventory management element	"Management of finished electronic products inventory across global distribution network"
`orgUnitTitle`	string	Yes	The organization unit responsible for this inventory	"Global Inventory Management"
`supplyChainID`	string	No	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	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"}

Supply Chain-Strategy Relationship Schema

Field	Type	Required	Description	Example
`relationshipID`	string	Yes	Unique identifier for this relationship	"REL-SC-STR-001"
`supplyChainID`	string	Yes	ID of the supply chain element	"SC-MFG-001"
`title`	string	Yes	Name of the strategy	"Digital Transformation Strategy"
`relationshipType`	string	Yes	Nature of the supply chain influence on strategy	"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": "90 days"}]

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	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`	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"

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.

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Supply Chain Domain Schema

Cross-Domain Relationship Mappings

Supply Chain-Strategy Relationship Schema

Supply Chain-Capability Relationship Schema

Supply Chain Domain Schema Properties

Supply Chain Domain Attributes

Supplier Network Element Schema

Supply Chain Process Element Schema

Logistics Network Element Schema

Inventory Management Element Schema

Supply Chain-Strategy Relationship Schema

Supply Chain-Capability Relationship Schema

Schema Evolution Guidance