Trade War

Understanding tariffs and their components

Friday, May 16, 2025 · Steve Knepp While tariff has become the word of the year, what makes up a tariff and what it actually is and attempts to accomplish is often misunderstood.

Tariff tensions ease as U.S., China cut deal

Monday, May 12, 2025 · SCMR Staff After several weeks of rising tensions, the U.S. and China have reached an agreement to reduce tariffs for 90 days with more negotiations to follow in an effort to reach a broader trade deal.

Building unshaken supply chains: A blueprint for economic resilience

Thursday, May 1, 2025 · Abhijit H. Supekar An unshaken supply chain is built with transparent, simplified supply chains managed by a strong team built on trust and powered by innovative, smart tools. With the right technology, tools, architecture, and, most importantly, people, any company can create a helpful…

The Reshoring Institute asked 18 executives how they are responding to tariffs: Here’s what they said

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.

Reactions pour in on Trump’s reciprocal tariffs

Thursday, April 3, 2025 · SCMR Staff As expected, President Trump on Wednesday signed an Executive Order implementing reciprocal tariffs on nations around the world. Reaction has been swift from both industry and nations.

Building resilience

Tuesday, March 4, 2025 · Brian Straight Tariffs have been added to traditional disruptions such as climate and cybersecurity, creating a complex web of concerns for chief supply chain officers.

Fragmented global supply chains coming?

Tuesday, March 4, 2025 · Larry Lapide If trading blocs develop, supply chain managers must adapt by developing payoff matrices for each, as inaction could lead to significant global business losses.

Five approaches to mitigate tariff disruptions in your supply chain

Thursday, February 27, 2025 · Al Mendoza and Lynlee Brown The Trump administration’s frequent tariff announcements have left executives oscillating between complacency and panic, forcing companies to rethink supply chain strategies amid unpredictable trade disruptions and potential retaliatory actions.

Tariff tensions: Turning a challenge into an opportunity

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 · Brian Straight Not all tariffs are equal. Gartner Supply Chain experts believe there is opportunity in a world of tariffs for companies that are proactive in assessing their business.

Trade in transition: What companies should know

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.