In the current period, global supply networks have become tremendously sophisticated. These various activity sequences power industry and international commerce on a large scale. Demand synchronization was necessary at several points throughout the operations, from sourcing components overseas through delivering the finished product to the customer’s door.
What happens if one of these chains kinks or a crucial link snaps? We’ve seen how sensitive the system can be, as well as some of the severe consequences of its interruption, as a result of the pandemic’s considerable difficulties. The following is a brief review of some of the key causes of the supply chain crisis, as well as how some manufacturing companies are striving to recover.
There are no obvious solutions to this quandary. However, if manufacturing delays, high pricing, and market uncertainty continue until 2022, new technologies may emerge, and more businesses may be forced to change their operations in order to survive.
Please see the infographic below for more information on the impact of supply chain shortages on production.
