The global supply chain, a vital artery of our interconnected world, continues to face unrelenting challenges in 2024. From pandemic-induced uncertainties like labor disruptions to extreme weather events, the obstacles facing those in the supply chain have been ongoing, and there’s little respite in sight. Supply chain leaders must be aware of these top three challenges in 2024:
1. Labor shortages
The first and most immediate challenge for supply chain leaders is the persistent labor shortage in logistics and transportation, triggered by the pandemic and continuing today. Many workers left their jobs due to early retirement, strikes or to switch to remote work, leaving companies scrambling to find and retain qualified employees.
