In this episode, we sit down with manufacturers and supply chain experts to explore how today’svolatile trade environment is forcing a strategic rethink across the industry. From shifting sourcing decisions and rising costs to accelerating reshoring and digital investments, we unpack how tariffs and uncertainty are no longer just a policy issue — they’re an operational reality. I am joined by several members of our Knowledge Committee as well as special guest Robert Cohen, Senior Fellow at the Economic Strategy Institute.   Our guests share real-world stories of how they’re adapting:

• Rethinking just-in-time vs. just-in-case inventory
• Using digital twins and simulation to plan around disruption
• Adjusting capital investment to favor agility and automation
• Navigating compliance across borders while lobbying for clarity at home
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We also dig into the role of predictive analytics, supply chain visibility, and policy advocacy —and what forward-looking manufacturers are doing now to prepare for what’s next.  Whether you're navigating sourcing headaches, retooling your production strategy, or trying to future-proof your business model, this episode delivers insight you won’t want to miss.