Supply chains are marvels of coordination, but they are also deeply human creations, which means assumptions sneak in, shortcuts feel sensible, and comfort zones harden over time. The smartest organizations are not the most paranoid ones. They are the most curious. They ask where things might wobble, not because they expect disaster, but because they respect complexity. The four vulnerabilities below are common, understandable, and manageable, which is precisely why they deserve attention now, while choices are still choices and not apologies.