What unique supply chain strategy did Tesla implement that fundamentally differentiated it from traditional automakers?

The automotive industry's supply chain has evolved dramatically in recent years, with Tesla leading significant innovations. Traditional auto manufacturers typically rely on extensive supplier networks with thousands of parts coming from hundreds of vendors. Tesla disrupted this model with a more vertically integrated approach. Test your knowledge about how Tesla transformed automotive supply chain management with this transportation industry trivia!

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Tesla eliminated the dealer network model in favor of direct-to-consumer sales, controlling the entire distribution channel
Tesla operates with a just-in-time inventory system that requires suppliers to deliver components only 24 hours before assembly
Tesla exclusively uses sea freight for global distribution, avoiding air freight entirely to reduce carbon emissions
Tesla implemented blockchain-based tracking for all components, becoming the first automaker with 100% traceable supply chain