The Buzz: Copper & Chemicals, Tariffs & Trade Tensions

Today we dive into the intricate dynamics of supply chain orchestration, drawing a compelling analogy between the orchestration of supply chains and the harmonious and complex performance of a symphony. Welcome to The Buzz!

Hosts Scott Luton and Jake Barr dive into the critical issues of the day including:

• The challenges currently threatening global copper supply, emphasizing the implications of water shortages in key producing regions and the rising incidence of copper theft
• The European Union's initiatives to bolster its chemical supply chains in response to international trade tensions, particularly with China
• How effective supply chain leadership necessitates continuous learning and adaptation to foster resilience in the face of unprecedented challenges
• Recent trade tensions, particularly between the EU and China, highlight the necessity for companies to remain agile and informed amid evolving geopolitical landscapes
• How decision-making within supply chains can be streamlined through orchestration

Join us as we underscore the imperative for supply chain leaders to adopt a proactive approach in an increasingly volatile environment and illuminate strategies that can empower organizations to thrive amidst the chaos of the modern supply chain landscape.

Additional Links & Resources:

• Superman March: https://youtu.be/utik6dYSf3Y?si=agLimZo-atNz7544
• WTS: https://bit.ly/4lrGPwJ
• U.S. Bank Freight Payment Index: bit.ly/scn-us-bank
• Climate change could disrupt copper production – and that spells bad news for global chip supplies: https://bit.ly/44FYREc
• Thieves Target Copper by the Truckload as Prices Rise: https://bit.ly/44xxL3q
• EU to set up Critical Chemical Alliance to secure supply chains: https://bit.ly/44NmyKS
• Enable Tariff Price Planner: https://www.enable.com/tariff-price-planner
• U.S. tariffs take center stage but China and the EU are quietly clashing: https://bit.ly/3IsuzgH
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