One of the biggest challenges to come out of the pandemic is the ongoing labor shortage and its impact on several industries, including supply chains. On top of demand for capacity, high fuel costs, and continual disruptions and congestion in global supply chains, manufacturers are struggling to attract and retain talent. Strategic planning offers a solution to deliver land cargo on time, despite the ongoing labor shortages.
Key Factors in the Labor Shortage
Based on information from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, unfilled positions reached a high of 11.5 million in March 2022. Durable goods manufacturing is one of the key sectors struggling with unfilled job openings.
