During the global COVID-19 pandemic, most eCommerce businesses were severely affected by supply chain issues. This happened first and foremost due to importing and exporting from China being shut down. However, there are precautions you can take and ways in which you can adapt your eCommerce strategy for your business not to go under. Based on my experience as a businessman, I believe these risks can be avoided by paying special attention to sourcing and fulfillment centers. By doing this, you will be prepared for any mishaps like the ones occurring due to COVID-19.

In his two part article on the E-Sourcing Forum site, David Henshall talks about why the Procurement function needs to be a strategic function integrated with the business.