In this episode of Supply Chain Chats, Lisa Anderson talks about impacts from the lead up to the election and how the heightened risk levels in the supply chain will lead to a manufacturing renaissance. Manufacturers have been experiencing weaker sales backlogs with customers pushing out orders.
Lisa Anderson calls on manufacturers, distributors and supply chain leaders to take immediate action to restructure their supply chains as geopolitical tensions, tariff threats and global risks escalate.
With cyberattacks and security threats on the rise, it’s more important than ever for manufacturers and supply chain leaders to address vulnerabilities in their supply chains to reduce their risk of disruption
What does the election mean for manufacturing and supply chain? Will it be a continuation of the status quo, a surge for manufacturers, or a further dampening of the economy?
There is a trifecta of supply chain vulnerabilities, disruptions, and risks creating volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity (VUCA) in the business environment. From supply chain vulnerabilities like the ones exposed in the Middle East war to the heightened risks that emerged with Hurricane Helene [...]
Companies can mitigate the volatility caused by labor disputes by rethinking sourcing strategies, upgrading planning processes, and using advanced technology.
A single weak link can expose the entire supply chain to significant risks, which is why it’s crucial for companies to proactively assess and secure their end-to-end operations.
Supply chain is rife with disruptions, and it’s not going to change any time soon.
The Wall Street Journal reported that China-linked hackers breached U.S. internet providers. This hacking campaign termed Salt Typhoon is the latest attack into valuable computer networks.
Hurricane Milton has blown through Florida. In addition to continuing havoc since it occurred close behind Hurricane Helene, it has created further supply chain disruptions that will have ripples throughout the globe.
