Making Disruptions in Global Supply Chains Visible
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, supply bottlenecks are no longer a novelty and current geopolitical conflicts and trade wars have exposed the vulnerability of supply chains to global and regional events. In order to better quantify and analyze supply bottlenecks, the Austrian Supply Chain Pressure Index (ASCPI) was developed at the Supply Chain Intelligence Institute Austria and presented at a press conference in Linz on June 5 as part of the Austrian Logistics Day.
The Austrian Supply Chain Pressure Index (ASCPI)
The COVID-19 pandemic, existing geopolitical conflicts and trade wars have exposed the vulnerability of supply chains to global and regional shocks. ASCII researchers have developed the Austrian Supply Chain Index (ASCPI) to better quantify and analyze supply bottlenecks that affect the Austrian economy.
Mapping of the Global Semiconductor Supply Chain
The semiconductor industry is a cornerstone in contemporary technological infrastructure. Embedded in a complex industrial ecosystem it is shaped by regional specialization, evolving, and globally distributed firm networks, and technological innovations. To illustrate the semiconductor value chain and the importance of Austria’s industry in it, a team of ASCII scientists led by ASCII Director Peter Klimek analyzed the regional roles within the worldwide semiconductor value chain.
Interdisciplinary Workshop on Firm-Level Supply Networks
In the 4th Interdisciplinary Workshop on Firm-Level Supply Networks, we bring together leading experts and early career researchers in economics, complex systems, and supply chain management, to discuss recent advances in the analysis of granular supply network data.
Risk Monitor 2024
The Austrian Federal Ministry of Defence released the Risk Monitor 2024. The report includes articles by ASCII Director Peter Klimek and ASCII Vice President Gabriel Felbermayr on supply risks in a weakened global economy.
Communications Manager
We are looking for a part-time Communications Specialist to coordinate our outreach activities and support the institute in all PR- and event-related matters. The position covers scientific, political and economic topics in an international environment.
Proposals for an Efficient and Effective Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence in Europe
ASCII advocates for a revision of the EU
Corporate Sustainable Due Diligence Directive. The proposed amendments focus on direct monitoring of suppliers instead of bilateral supply links and the introduction of negative and positive lists to streamline due diligence processes, improving effectiveness
and reducing costs for EU importers.
India’s Rice Export Restrictions Echo in West Asia and Africa
India’s proposed rice export restrictions, potentially affecting 40% of the global rice supply, may have severe consequences for several African and Middle Eastern countries. Projected losses of up to 304 kg per capita, as seen in the case of Djibouti, pose a threat to food security.
Media Chat: Proposals for an Efficient and Effective Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence in Europe
In a digital media chat (in German) on November 28, 2023, ASCII researchers will show what an efficient and effective implementation of the directive could look like.
3-Year PostDoc Position in Supply Network Modelling and Analysis
We are looking for an excellent young scientist with a PhD degree (or equivalent) with a quantitative focus
(e.g., data science, physics, mathematics, economics, operations research, supply chain management).