60-second Retail
60-second Retail
BDO USA
From Cost‑First to Risk‑Aware: How Sourcing Strategies Are Evolving
10 minutes Posted Jun 29, 2026 at 1:31 pm.
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Is lowest cost still the smartest sourcing strategy?
For years, cost has been the primary driver behind sourcing decisions—but in today’s environment, that approach is being put to the test. Ongoing disruption, supplier risk, and market volatility are forcing retailers to rethink how tradeoffs are made—and what resilience is really worth.
This episode of 60-Second Retail explores the shift toward risk adjusted sourcing—where cost is weighed alongside risk, resilience, and long-term exposure. Learn how leading organizations are rebalancing these priorities, avoiding overcorrections, and making more informed decisions in an increasingly uncertain landscape.
Tune in to learn how to start building a sourcing strategy that’s designed for what’s next.