#190: How Upcoming Elections Could Disrupt Supply Chain Strategies with Max Garland of Supply Chain Dive
Hosted by Santosh Sankar on October 16, 2024
Summary
During this episode, Santosh is joined by Max Garland, senior reporter at Supply Chain Dive. In this conversation, Santosh and Max delve into the implications of political changes on supply chain dynamics, discussing the potential impacts of a second Trump term and a Harris administration. Garland shares insights on de minimis, fast fashion, and sustainability, highlighting the delicate balance between consumer benefits and regulatory oversight. The episode also covers trends in the parcel market and shipper strategies amidst rising costs, the importance of adaptability in navigating evolving trade policies and market conditions, and so much more.
Show Notes
Highlights from their conversation include:
- Max’s Background and Journey to Supply Chain Dive (0:53)
- Understanding De Minimis (3:17)
- Potential Changes to De Minimis (5:09)
- Impact of E-Commerce on Sustainability (9:45)
- Parcel Market Trends (13:31)
- USPS Service Changes (15:58)
- Shipper Reactions to Rate Changes (18:06)
- The Role of Smaller Carriers (20:32)
- Political Implications on Supply Chain (22:17)
- Impact of Leadership on Supply Chain (25:02)
- Final Thoughts and Takeaways (26:21)
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