Thursday, May 29, 2025 · Brian Straight
Electronics supply chains face mounting uncertainty from tariffs, reshoring efforts, and automation pressures—but experts say strategic planning and design integration can unlock resilience and growth.
Thursday, May 22, 2025 · Brian Straight
As global tariffs and economic uncertainty freeze large-scale automation projects, executives from Zebra Technologies believe small, targeted technology deployments could be a great alternative.
Tuesday, April 22, 2025 · Rosemary Coates
The Reshoring Institute asked 18 executives how they are responding to tariffs, with most saying they are in a holding pattern until more clarity emerges.
Monday, April 21, 2025 · Norman Katz
Despite the hardships that many small communities have endured over the past several decades as their communities have struggled due to outsourcing, the future of these municipalities is bright thanks to multi-billion-dollar investments in cutting-edge technologies and…
Monday, March 24, 2025 · Rosemary Coates
For companies looking to locate manufacturing, local prevailing wages, unemployment rate, and available workforce serve as a starting point. The Reshoring Institute’s Minimum Wage Study offers a starting guide.
Friday, January 17, 2025 · Melissa Irmen
U.S. companies have a lot of questions about what international trade and trade compliance might look like in 2025 and beyond.
Thursday, December 26, 2024 · Brian Straight
A Bain & Company survey found that just 36% of companies are continuing investment in offshore manufacturing as nearshoring, reshoring efforts accelerate.
Tuesday, November 5, 2024 · John Schulz
Cross-border movements are surging as U.S.-based companies seek to shorten supply chains exposed for over-reliance on Far East manufacturing during and after the pandemic. Shippers are advised to plan early to avoid congestion and keep up with every shifting Customs procedure.…
Tuesday, October 1, 2024 · Joe Edmondson, Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) for the Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance and Dave Rowland, President and CEO of the Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance
The domestic manufacturing landscape is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by reshoring, technology, and a demand for proven quality work. Learn more about how to develop a roadmap to secure a more sustainable regional base of customers and suppliers.
Tuesday, September 17, 2024 · Rosemary Coates
Claudia Sheinbaum, the president-elect of Mexico, is proposing judicial reforms, but her ability to crack down on crime could impact continued manufacturing investment.
Wednesday, September 4, 2024 · Brian Straight
The pursuit of low-cost networks left supply chains vulnerable to volatility. Now, they are refocusing on networks that are resilient, agile and flexible with the added focus on cost.
Friday, August 30, 2024 · Brian Straight
A $125 million redevelopment project in Portland, Oregon’s Old Town neighborhood hopes to leverage 3D printing to bring shoe and apparel manufacturing back to the region in a live-work-play community.
Thursday, July 11, 2024 · Ivan Hernandez, managing director, Mexico, QIMA
By diversifying sourcing destinations, businesses can enhance supply chain resilience and efficacy, navigate geopolitical unease and maintain seamless trade relationships amidst an increasingly complex and uncertain landscape.
Friday, June 7, 2024 · Bridget McCrea
Bringing production and sourcing back to the United States or to a country in close proximity have always been goals for companies that want to gain better control over their supply chains. But for procurement leaders, it adds complexity.
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