| Creators: |
Comune, Alessandro and Engel, Tobias |
| Title: |
Supply Chain Management in the New Space Economy |
| Item Type: |
Book Section |
| Page Range: |
Part 3/21 |
| Date: |
20 January 2026 |
| Divisions: |
Informationsmanagement |
| Abstract (ENG): |
The chapter examines the uniqueness of supply chain management (SCM) in the space industry, comparing it with the new (commercial) space economy (NSE). Traditional space industries are bound by government regulations, political influences, and national budget con-straints, resulting in inflexible and slow processes, lengthy cycle times, or halted production delays. The NSE, however, is driven by commercial goals and limited budgets from private investors, necessitating cost-effective SCM practices while maintaining high-quality standards. Risk management and validation take different trajectories to balance cost and performance. To align NSE supply chains with financial and customer demands, mapping and analyzing SCM processes is crucial to understanding the activities' impact. Firms need comprehensive SCM strategies covering the (economic) performance and the associated processes of planning, sourcing, operations, and delivery of products and services. The authors conclude with practical insights and recommendations for optimizing supply chain networks. |
| Forthcoming: |
No |
| Main areas or research: |
Mobility & Logistics |
| Language: |
English |
| Uncontrolled Keywords: |
Supply Chain Management ; Aerospace |
| Citation: |
Comune, Alessandro and Engel, Tobias
(2026)
Supply Chain Management in the New Space Economy.
In:
The Oxford Handbook of the New Space Economy / Anthony P. D'Costa (Ed.).
Oxford: Oxford University Press, Part 3/21.
ISBN 9780198881049
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