FMCG SUPPLY CHAINS. The Playbook for Fast, Stable, and Resilient Operations (First edition)

Are speed, volatility, and complexity putting your FMCG supply chain under constant pressure?

Fast-Moving Consumer Goods demand fast-moving supply chains. Short shelf-life, demand spikes, global sourcing, and retailer requirements make FMCG one of the toughest environments to manage. Without the right playbook, inefficiency and fragility can quickly erode profits and customer trust.

FMCG SUPPLY CHAINS is your complete guide to building operations that are fast, stable, and resilient. This practical handbook covers every link in the chain—from demand forecasting to production, logistics, sustainability, and digital transformation—giving you the tools to thrive in a high-velocity world.

Inside, you’ll learn how to:

• Improve forecast accuracy and manage demand spikes.

• Design lean, flexible production and short-cycle capacity plans.

• Optimize logistics and last-mile delivery for retail and e-commerce.

• Harness AI, automation, and predictive analytics for visibility and speed.

• Build resilience against disruptions and integrate sustainability into every step.

Stop letting complexity slow you down—turn your FMCG supply chain into a competitive advantage.

Table of contents

Chapter 1 – Introduction to FMCG Supply Chains

Chapter 2 – The Unique Challenges of FMCG Supply Chains

Chapter 3 – Demand Planning and Forecasting in FMCG

Chapter 4 – Production Strategies for FMCG

Chapter 5 – Logistics and Distribution

Chapter 6 – Technology and Automation

Chapter 7 – Collaboration Across the Value Chain

Chapter 8 – Risk and Resilience in FMCG

Chapter 9 – Sustainability and Responsibility

Chapter 10 – The Future of FMCG Supply Chains

Conclusion

Appendices

• Appendix A: Roadmap for a Control Tower MVP in FMCG

• Appendix B: Ethical Sourcing Playbook

• Appendix C: Eco-Packaging Transition Strategies

• Appendix D: Green Transportation Toolkit

• Appendix E: CPFR Implementation Guide

• Appendix F: Future-Ready Skills for FMCG Supply Chain Leaders

• Appendix G: Consumer Engagement in Sustainability

• Appendix H: Glossary of FMCG and SCM terms