Taxonomía para caracterizar las decisiones estratégicas de la cadena de suministro

Objective: The characterization framework proposed in this work presents the strategic decisions and their characteristics and the strategic characterization structure of the supply chain. Methodology: This article presents a framework for the strategic characterization of supply chains. The structure is supported by a group of studies that have identified and established the relationships between the decisions of the supply chain. Results: The framework defines the various aspects of the chain that are described from the decision-making paradigm in a strategic environment. In this way, a decision-making selection process can be developed and a structure can be created to analyze the effectiveness of its management. Conclusions: The present work resulted from the discovery of a research gap related to the lack of adequate support methodologies for making strategic decisions, providing a holistic view of the chain’s competitors. An attractive future research perspective could also encompass tactical decisions alongside current strategic ones.