Modified Agile for Electronics Development: A Smarter Path to High-Value Solutions
With recent tariff hikes and geopolitical shifts, supply chain risks are more urgent than ever. 63% of businesses reported higher-than-expected supply chain losses despite increased risk management efforts in recent years.
Leveraging ERM to navigate emerging tariffs and supply chain risks explores the distinct challenges of a stressed global market and shows how ERM can enhance efforts in identifying, escalating, and responding to emerging supply chain threats.
Key areas explored in the guide:
- Supply chain risks affected by increased tariffs.
- Why engaging ERM to address supply chain risks is crucial.
- 8 proactive strategies for addressing emerging supply chain risks.
Ready to start engaging ERM to respond to emerging supply chain risks with agility and speed?
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