In the literature, frameworks based on other characteristics of supply chain agility have been also suggested. For example Bal, Wilding, and Goundry (1999) have proposed virtual teaming model for introducing agility in a supply chain. Yusuf, Sarhadi, and Gunasekaran (1999) have presented a conceptual model for the design of agile manufacturing system based on the four key dimensions of strategies, technology, people, and