Supply chain decision makers must continue to focus on mitigating risk in 2021, not maximising growth. Logistics disruptions, competition for components and viral mutations overshadow the first half. Further ahead, political risks outbalance opportunities as China flexes its power in Asia, the Biden administration applies what still amounts to an America-first approach, carbon- and digital-taxes abound and new trade deals lead to stronger competition across manufacturing industries. - Chris Rogers, Panjiva Research. Earn 0.50 CE/CPD hrs on Portfolio Construction Forum