Reflections on Lessons Learned and Future Directions: A Succinct Epilogue

Abstract

Upon completing this exploration journey through the pages of this book, we are left with a profound realization of the immense work that still needs to be undertaken to address the critical role of supply chain management (SCM) in nurturing a socially sustainable Arctic. The diverse studies collected in this anthology provide a rich tapestry of insights into the various manifestations of supply chain practices and their social impacts across different Arctic regions. However, despite their varying geographic coverage, all of these works acknowledge that developing and maintaining supply chains in the Arctic’s extreme environments is a formidable challenge, not only in terms of cost-effectiveness for businesses but even more so in fulfilling commitments to local communities and Indigenous Peoples. As we draw closer to the end of this anthology, it is time to reflect on the valuable lessons we have learned. While by no means exhaustive, three lessons are particularly salient.