JOURNAL ARTICLE

The Tariff Wars Just Upended Your Supply Chain. Here's How to Adapt.

  • Published In: Harvard Business Review Digital Articles, 2025. P. 1 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Shih, Willy C.; Chua, Veronica 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the significant disruptions to supply chains caused by ongoing tariff wars and offers strategies for businesses to adapt. It highlights challenges such as the unpredictability of tariff changes, the impact on production costs, and the potential for retaliatory tariffs from other countries, which can destabilize markets. The authors suggest that businesses should prepare thorough country-of-origin documentation, assess the feasibility of manufacturing locations, and rethink their trading blocs to mitigate risks. They emphasize the need for consistent rules to support investment and sourcing decisions amid the current volatility in global trade. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Harvard Business Review Digital Articles. 2025/04, p1
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Economics
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:186276454
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