The Supplier Risk Analysis & Contingency Planning in London is a strategic training course designed to help professionals evaluate supplier risks and develop proactive plans to maintain business continuity.
From:
06-04-2026
From:
17-08-2026
From:
02-11-2026
Course Overview
Supplier-related risks are among the most critical challenges in modern supply chains. Disruptions caused by financial instability, geopolitical changes, natural disasters, or compliance issues can severely affect business performance. Organizations must proactively identify supplier risks and establish contingency measures to ensure resilience.
This Supplier Risk Analysis & Contingency Planning Training Course provides participants with structured frameworks and tools to evaluate supplier risk profiles, conduct due diligence, and create contingency strategies. Participants will also explore supplier diversification, risk-sharing contracts, and business continuity planning aligned with ISO standards.
Through case studies, workshops, and simulations, participants will gain practical experience in mapping supplier risks and designing mitigation strategies that support business continuity.
Course Benefits
Identify risks associated with suppliers and vendors.
Build robust contingency plans for supplier disruptions.
Improve resilience of supply chain operations.
Ensure compliance with global risk management frameworks.
Strengthen supplier relationships through proactive management.
Course Objectives
Understand the categories of supplier risks (financial, operational, compliance, geopolitical).
Apply tools and models for supplier risk analysis.
Conduct supplier audits and due diligence assessments.
Design contingency and continuity strategies for supplier disruptions.
Use scenario planning and predictive analytics for risk forecasting.
Align supplier risk management with organizational objectives.
Strengthen governance and accountability in supplier management.
Training Methodology
The course uses lectures, supplier case studies, simulation exercises, and group workshops. Participants will practice supplier risk mapping, scenario planning, and contingency strategy design.
Target Audience
Procurement and sourcing managers.
Supplier relationship and vendor management officers.
Risk and compliance professionals.
Supply chain and logistics managers.
Target Competencies
Supplier risk evaluation.
Contingency and continuity planning.
Supplier performance monitoring.
Risk mitigation and resilience strategies.
Course Outline
Unit 1: Introduction to Supplier Risk
Understanding supplier-related risks in global supply chains.
Categories of supplier risks: financial, operational, compliance, geopolitical.
The cost of supplier failures.
Case study: supplier disruption impacts.
Unit 2: Tools and Models for Supplier Risk Analysis
Risk matrices and scoring models.
Financial health and stability assessments.
Supplier dependency and criticality analysis.
Workshop: supplier risk profiling.
Unit 3: Supplier Audits and Due Diligence
Supplier qualification and verification processes.
Auditing compliance with standards and regulations.
Monitoring ESG and sustainability risks.
Case example: audit-based risk mitigation.
Unit 4: Contingency Planning for Supplier Disruptions
Principles of ISO 22301 for continuity planning.
Developing backup and alternative supplier strategies.
Contractual risk-sharing mechanisms.
Simulation: supplier disruption response plan.
Unit 5: Scenario Planning and Predictive Risk Analytics
Forecasting risks using predictive models.
Stress testing supply chain vulnerabilities.
Scenario planning for supplier and logistics risks.
Workshop: risk simulation exercise.
Unit 6: Governance and Accountability in Supplier Risk Management
Building supplier risk governance frameworks.
Defining roles and responsibilities in procurement risk.
Reporting and compliance mechanisms.
Practical exercise: governance structure design.
Unit 7: Building Resilient Supplier Partnerships
Diversifying supplier bases.
Collaboration for risk reduction.
Strengthening trust and transparency.
Roadmap for long-term resilience.
Ready to strengthen supplier resilience and continuity?
Join the Supplier Risk Analysis & Contingency Planning Training Course with EuroQuest International Training and secure your supply chain against disruption.
The Supplier Risk Analysis & Contingency Planning Training Courses in London equip professionals with the expertise to identify, assess, and mitigate risks within supplier networks while ensuring operational continuity in complex supply chains. Designed for procurement managers, supply chain executives, risk officers, and contract specialists, these programs focus on applying systematic risk assessment and contingency planning techniques to safeguard organizational performance and resilience.
Participants gain a comprehensive understanding of supplier risk analysis, including methods to evaluate financial stability, operational reliability, compliance, and geopolitical exposure. The courses emphasize how to prioritize risks, anticipate potential disruptions, and implement proactive mitigation strategies that minimize operational, financial, and reputational impact. Through practical exercises, scenario-based simulations, and case studies, attendees learn to design robust contingency plans, monitor supplier performance, and establish early warning systems to respond effectively to unforeseen events.
These training programs in supplier risk and contingency planning in London combine theoretical frameworks with practical application, covering topics such as multi-tier supplier risk assessment, crisis management, risk transfer mechanisms, and compliance monitoring. Participants also explore the use of analytics, dashboards, and digital tools to track supplier performance, predict disruptions, and optimize decision-making in dynamic global supply chains. The curriculum ensures that professionals develop both strategic foresight and operational capability to maintain continuity and reliability in supplier networks.
Attending these training courses in London provides professionals with the opportunity to learn from international experts and collaborate with peers from diverse industries, gaining insights into global best practices and emerging trends in supplier risk management. The city’s status as a hub for international trade and business enhances the learning environment, offering practical context for understanding complex supply chain vulnerabilities. By completing this specialization, participants will be equipped to lead supplier risk analysis initiatives, implement effective contingency plans, strengthen supplier resilience, and ensure sustainable operational performance across their organizations.