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Chain Reaction Podcast Supply Chain Disruption in the Age of Uncertainty

The global economic landscape is transforming before our eyes as protectionist policies gain momentum worldwide. This episode of Chain Reaction examines how these shifts are creating both challenges and opportunities for supply chain leaders navigating increasingly complex waters. We dive deep into the impending August 1st tariffs from the Trump administration, which include a striking 50% tariff on copper aimed at boosting domestic production. The immediate market response reveals a fascina…

Chain Reaction Podcast Navigating Trade Wars: America’s Uncertain Economic Future

The global trade landscape is entering a period of unprecedented turbulence as President Trump announces massive new tariffs set to take effect August 1st. With tariff rates ranging from 25% to 50% hitting major US trading partners including the EU, Mexico, Japan, South Korea, and Brazil, we’re witnessing what could be the largest series of US tariff hikes since 1930. The timing couldn’t be more critical. Despite the United States collecting more tariff revenue this year than in its entire h…

Chain Reaction Podcast Unintended Consequences Are Reshaping Our Global Supply Networks

Global supply chains are under siege from all directions, and the consequences are far-reaching. The steel tariffs imposed by the Trump administration demonstrate a fundamental misunderstanding of how modern industrial ecosystems function. When a Sheffield manufacturer can’t supply raw materials to their own American plant because of these tariffs, putting 70 US jobs at risk, we’re witnessing policy backfire in real-time. The power of input-output analysis becomes clear when examining these …

Chain Reaction Podcast Digital Twins: Revolutionizing Supply Chain Management

Digital twins represent a revolutionary approach to supply chain management, offering businesses a virtual mirror of their physical operations that transforms how they monitor, analyze, and optimize complex networks. This fascinating exploration reveals how these digital replicas harness real-time data from IoT sensors, AI algorithms, and cloud computing to simulate supply chain dynamics without disrupting actual operations. The power of digital twins lies in their versatility and practical …

Chain Reaction Podcast Unpacking the UK’s Bold Economic Blueprint

The UK economy stands at a crossroads, and the government’s newly unveiled Modern Industrial Strategy represents one of the most ambitious economic blueprints in decades. This episode of Chain Reaction takes you deep into the mechanics of this sweeping 10-year plan designed to transform Britain into “the best country in the world to invest in.” At the heart of this strategy are eight high-growth sectors collectively representing 32% of the UK economy – from advanced manufacturing and clean e…

Chain Reaction Podcast Reimagining Supply Chains for a Competitive Edge

Unlock the future of supply chain management with insights that could transform your career! Join us as we explore “Supply Chain Strategies: Demand Driven and Customer Focused” by Tony Hines, a must-read that dares to challenge conventional supply chain thinking. We promise you’ll walk away with a deeper understanding of how to build resilient and customer-focused supply chains. Discover how cutting-edge technologies like AI and blockchain are revolutionizing the industry, making them indispe…

Chain Reaction Podcast Supply Chain Shakeups

Send us a text You can follow Chain Reaction on LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook Support the show THANKS FOR LISTENING PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW You can support the podcast by following the link here. It makes a big difference and helps us make great content for you to listen to. Follow like and share the Chain Reaction Podcast with colleagues and friends on social media: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn. News about forthcoming programmes click here SHARE Please share the link with others so they ca…

Chain Reaction Podcast What happens when walls go up in a connected world?

Global supply chains have become the invisible architecture supporting our modern world, seamlessly connecting resources, manufacturers, and consumers across continents. Yet as trade tensions rise and tariffs become political weapons, this delicate ecosystem faces unprecedented challenges. We take you behind the scenes of three everyday products to reveal their surprisingly global journeys. The iPhone, despite its “Designed in California” branding, relies on a supply chain spanning 43 countr…

Chain Reaction Podcast Heuristics in Action: When Experience Meets Decision-Making

Ever relied on a mental shortcut only to stumble because it wasn’t quite right for the situation? That’s precisely what we dive into in this episode about heuristics—those mental rules of thumb that help us navigate complex decisions in supply chain management. The 80-20 rule, ABC inventory classification, recent supplier performance—these are just a few of the heuristics that make our decision-making more efficient. But there’s a shadow side to these mental shortcuts. The availability heuri…

Chain Reaction Podcast The Pulse: Trump-Musk Bromance Shatters, Tariff Uncertainty And Global Trade Shrinkng

The fallout between Donald Trump and Elon Musk has sent Tesla shares tumbling, while global trade tensions escalate with doubled tariffs on steel and aluminum imports. • Trump-Musk relationship deteriorates after disagreement over budget bill • Tesla shares down 14% this week, 37% since December • Trump doubles steel and aluminum tariffs to 50% • Eurozone inflation falls below 2% target for first time in three years • China possibly ordering hundreds of Airbus planes as snub to Boeing • Futu…

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