supply chain

American  

[suh-plahy cheyn] / səˈplaɪ ˌtʃeɪn /

noun

1. the series of growers, manufacturers, distributors, shippers, etc., involved in producing goods of a particular kind and bringing them to market.

   A typical supply chain from fiber to garment has up to seven players spread across the globe—more, if processes like dyeing or printing are subcontracted.

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supply chain British  

noun

1. marketing a channel of distribution beginning with the supplier of materials or components, extending through a manufacturing process to the distributor and retailer, and ultimately to the consumer

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Etymology

Origin of supply chain

First recorded in 1900–05

Example Sentences

The food-and-beverage sector faces particular risk because of how easily products can be redistributed into the supply chain, said Chris Burroughs, chief executive of Transportation Intermediaries Association, a professional organization whose 1,800 members include Rexing Cos.

From The Wall Street Journal

The U.S. leads in models, chips, global talent and allies atop the supply chain.

From The Wall Street Journal

The U.S. leads in models, chips, global talent and allies atop the supply chain.

From The Wall Street Journal

The U.S. leads in models, chips, global talent and allies atop the supply chain.

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The breakdown: The U.S. leads in models, chips, global talent and allies atop the supply chain.

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