Prevention and mitigation are proactive measures taken to reduce the likelihood and impact of supply chain disruptions, while detection, containment, recovery, and restoration are reactive measures taken in response to an incident.

Containment and isolation aim to limit the impact of the disruption by preventing it from spreading to other parts of the supply chain, allowing for more focused efforts on recovery and restoration.

Malware infections can disrupt supply chain operations by compromising systems, stealing sensitive information, or causing operational disruptions.

Post-incident reviews are conducted to analyze the incident, identify lessons learned, and make recommendations for improving response capabilities and preventing future incidents.

Diversification of suppliers reduces the reliance on a single supplier and mitigates the impact of disruptions caused by supplier-related issues.

Information sharing enables supply chain partners to share relevant information about incidents, threats, and vulnerabilities, facilitating collaboration, coordination, and timely response.

Ignoring the possibility of supply chain disruptions is not a recommended practice, as it increases the likelihood of being unprepared and unable to respond effectively to incidents.

Recovery and restoration aim to restore normal operations, minimize the impact of the disruption, and bring the supply chain back to its pre-incident state.

All of the above challenges can hinder effective supply chain incident response: lack of visibility limits situational awareness, insufficient collaboration hampers information sharing and coordination, and limited resources constrain response capabilities.

Technology plays a crucial role in supply chain incident response by automating tasks, providing visibility, and enabling collaboration, enhancing the overall effectiveness of response efforts.

Focusing solely on technical skills is not a recommended practice, as incident response also involves communication, coordination, and decision-making skills, which require training for non-technical personnel as well.

Early detection and identification of supply chain disruptions allow for timely response and mitigation, minimizing the impact and preventing further escalation.

Effective supply chain incident response governance requires clear roles and responsibilities, well-defined policies and procedures, and adequate resources to ensure a coordinated and effective response.

Metrics and monitoring play a crucial role in supply chain incident response by measuring effectiveness, identifying trends, and supporting continuous improvement, enabling organizations to learn from past incidents and enhance their response capabilities.

Communicating only when there is a resolution to the incident is not a recommended practice, as it can lead to uncertainty and speculation among stakeholders. Regular and transparent communication is essential throughout the incident response process.