Global supply chain disruption: Eliminating Chinese firms impacts medical equipment availability.
The article explores how the location of companies in the medical equipment supply chain affects their performance. The researchers analyzed data from five tiers of the supply chain and simulated the removal of Chinese firms to see the impact. They found that the global supply chain faced challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the importance of understanding supply chain strategies for firms' financial success. The study suggests that policymakers, manufacturers, investors, and distributors can use this information to make informed decisions in a post-pandemic world.