The Virtual Watch Tower (VWT) is a digital platform that facilitates collaboration and data sharing between supply chain actors to mitigate supply chain risks. The VWT consists of two components, the technical network/VWTnet empowered by a digital middleware, and a group of connected members, the VWT Community. Analytical services are a key component of the VWTnet, which unearth patterns within the data, offer predictions about future trends, and turn data into actionable insights. This article describes how the VWT enhances the risk management capabilities of the VWT Community through a minimalist approach to data sharing and analytical services.
