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(26 articles)Supply Chain Disruptions Expected to Persist Through 2024
Researchers at the University of Rochester project that supply chain disruptions will persist for another year, signaling that logistical challenges remain structural rather than temporary. This forec
Class 8 Truck Orders Jump 18% as Fleets Navigate 2027 Emissions Shift
North American Class 8 truck orders reached 21,300 units in September, representing an 18% month-over-month increase and a 3% year-over-year rise. The surge reflects a critical market transition as ma
Why Supply Chain Cost Programs Fail: Stranded Costs & Hidden Complexity
Cost reduction programs frequently miss their targets because organizations focus on headline savings while ignoring two critical failure modes: **stranded costs** that persist after restructuring and
US Tariff Uncertainty Creates Permanent Supply Chain Risk
The article highlights how recent US tariff policy shifts have created structural uncertainty in trade relations rather than providing clarity. Unlike temporary tariff implementations, the current env
Fashion Supply Chains Face Major El Niño Disruptions
Fashion and apparel supply chains are preparing for significant operational disruptions triggered by El Niño weather patterns, which are expected to impact key manufacturing and sourcing regions. El N
BASF Warns Iran Conflict Could Disrupt Auto Supply Chains
BASF, the world's largest chemical producer, has issued a formal warning that escalating tensions or conflict involving Iran could trigger significant supply chain disruptions affecting the automotive
Carney Warns of Trade War Escalation; Canadian Supply Chains at Risk
A new wave of trade tensions between Canada and the United States threatens significant disruption to North American supply chains. Carney's warning signals that escalating trade barriers will create
UK Faces Food Shortage Risk; Government Under-Prepared for Climate Impact
The UK National Audit Office (NAO) has issued a critical warning that the nation remains insufficiently prepared for food shortages driven by climate change impacts. This assessment signals a structur
Super El Niño Threatens UK Supply Chains Across Multiple Sectors
A recent study has identified significant supply chain vulnerability across key UK industries stemming from the anticipated 'Super El Niño' phenomenon. This powerful climate event is projected to trig
Supreme Court Tariff Ruling: 5 Strategic Actions for Supply Chains
The Supreme Court's tariff ruling represents a significant regulatory shift with broad implications for U.S. supply chain operations. EY's guidance identifies five strategic actions that procurement a
Trade Policy Overhauls Critical Mineral Supply Chains Globally
Trade policy shifts are fundamentally altering how companies source critical minerals essential for batteries, electronics, and renewable energy infrastructure. This structural change reflects geopoli
ASEAN Trade Growth Faces New Tariff and Clean Energy Equation
ASEAN's economic trajectory is increasingly shaped by the intersection of trade policy, tariff regimes, and the global clean energy transition. This convergence is fundamentally altering how supply ch
Rethinking Supply Chain Strategy Amid Persistent Volatility
The global supply chain environment remains characterized by persistent volatility rather than a return to pre-pandemic stability. This article examines how organizations must fundamentally rethink th
Top 5 Supply Chain Planning Software in 2026
Supply chain planning software continues to evolve as organizations face increasing complexity in global operations. A new rankings report highlights the top five planning platforms that help enterpri
Trump's China Trade War: The Hidden Supply Chain Threat
The Trump administration's intensified trade war with China presents what analysts term a 'sleeper issue', a structural economic challenge that extends far beyond conventional tariff discussions. This
USMCA Review: 3 Strategic Tips for Shippers Planning Ahead
The U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) is undergoing review, and supply chain professionals need to proactively assess their cross-border operations. Industry experts convened by Supply Chain Dive e
US Firms Eye Chinese Goods Stockpiling Amid Tariff Uncertainty
The article examines the potential behavior shift among US importers following a recent tariff policy reversal or setback from the Trump administration. When tariff threats materialize or are averted,
Tariffs & Iran War Force Supply Chain Rethink Across Industries
The convergence of escalating tariffs and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East is creating a dual-threat environment for global supply chains. Companies face pressure to fundamentally restructure
AI Demand Creates Memory Chip Supply Shock: 4 Strategic Moves
The rapid acceleration of AI adoption across industries is creating a structural supply shock for memory semiconductors, particularly DRAM and NAND flash chips. Unlike previous cyclical semiconductor
US Tariff Shifts Create Major Supply Chain Risks
The Economist Intelligence Unit has released analysis on evolving US tariff policies and their cascading effects on supply chain operations worldwide. This report signals a period of heightened uncert
Tariff Uncertainty Forces Supply Chain Rerouting and Cost Pressures
Trade tariffs and their cascading effects represent a structural challenge reshaping global supply chain strategy. When tariff regimes shift or become uncertain, companies face a critical choice: abso
2026 Energy Storage Tariffs: Supply Chain Risk Outlook
Morgan Lewis has published forward-looking analysis on tariff and trade policy risks that will materially impact energy storage projects entering 2026. The outlook highlights structural uncertainty in
Geopolitical Risks Tank Business Sentiment, Supply Chain Alert
Recent RAM survey data reveals a sharp decline in business sentiment across Malaysia, driven predominantly by escalating geopolitical risks that are creating uncertainty in supply chain operations and
China Trade Policy Shifts Shape Supply Chain Strategy
As US-China bilateral relations continue to evolve, supply chain professionals face mounting uncertainty around trade policy direction, tariff regimes, and regulatory frameworks governing cross-Pacifi
Trump Revives US-China Trade War: New Tariffs Threaten Supply Chains
The Trump administration has announced a new round of tariffs targeting Chinese imports, marking a significant escalation in US-China trade tensions. This development represents a structural shift in
U.S. Tariff Policy Workshop 2025: What Supply Chains Need to Know
KPMG is hosting a U.S. Trade & Tariff Policy Workshop in 2025 designed to help supply chain and procurement professionals understand the evolving landscape of American trade policy. Given the historic