The International Air Transport Association (IATA) Cargo Handling Council (ICHC) has launched a framework to help cargo and supply chain stakeholders prepare for operational disruptions.
The free tool also gives an overview of how to deal with risk mitigation, resource protection, and business continuity, according to principles of ‘proactive preparation, stakeholder collaboration, flexible planning, and continuous improvement’.
The document highlights potential scenarios of disruption, including cyber threats and technology failures, staff shortages, and the shutdown of facilities, with practical strategies to manage each.
‘By embedding contingency planning into quality management systems and aligning with IATA best practices, the framework empowers organisations to maintain service reliability and operational integrity even in times of crisis,’ said IATA in a release.
A PDF of the framework can be downloaded here.