Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is causing severe shortages of the building blocks of industrial production the world over.

Michael Walsh, partner with the law firm of Foley & Lardner LLP, discusses the impact on supply chains to date arising from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and what further effects companies might experience in the months to come.

Can all of the interests that make up an urban environment come together to solve the problem of freight congestion?

Claudio Knizek, global leader of advanced manufacturing with EY, discusses the results of the firm’s new survey on shifting trends in industrial manufacturing and sourcing.

Maureen Sullivan, head of supply chain finance with MUFG, explains how current product shortages are driving a shift in inventory management away from “just in time” to “just in case.”

Much of the conversation around supply chain sustainability today focuses on the localization of sourcing, to cut down on emissions caused by moving product over long distances. But however laudable that goal might be, it’s not so easy to accomplish.

Will supply chains ever learn the need for true risk management and resilience?

Balmiki Bhattacharya, vice president and market sector leader of the industrial practice at Nelson Worldwide, explains the concept behind “hyperlocal” fulfillment centers, and the criteria that retailers should consider when creating them.

Sweetwater Sound, LLC didn’t waste any time preparing for this year’s fourth quarter. By the end of May, the nation’s largest online seller of musical instruments and professional audio gear was already finalizing orders and distribution plans for the coming peak sales season.

Mike Jarrett, president and chief executive officer with Jarrett Logistics, talks about how supply chains can overcome the big challenges that they’re facing, as they struggle to get product to market on a timely basis.