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Concentration of Value: Risks to Consider

As the global supply chain continues to evolve, it is important to manage the risks that evolve with it. Some risks, such as physical and political conflict, are in the forefront, while others are often overlooked. One such area of supply chain risk management that does not get as much attention is concentration of value, which generally refers to the accumulation of cargo in one place or vessel.

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