Evolution of approaches to understanding the essence of supply chain management
Significant changes in external environment caused by digitalization required a significant revision of interpretation of the "supply chain management" concept based on the analysis of evolution of logistics management approaches. The article discusses the formation and development of the supply chain management concept. The author's definition of the term under study has been proposed, taking into account current trends in the field of logistics and digital technologies. The important role of supply chain management in a digital economy has been emphasized, which manifests itself in increasing profits of organizations, improving quality of goods and services, forming competitive advantages against the background of the growing importance of e-commerce and the complexity of supply chains, especially in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic