Current Global Supply Chain Issues

The apparel industry continues to navigate a complex global supply chain landscape, facing challenges that impact everything from material costs to delivery times. The China issues continues to be forefront as we are seeing more and more clients shun away from China based manufacturing, for political sensitives of their client to the threat of additional tariffs being put into place during the upcoming year.

-Current Issues: Geopolitical issues and transportation delays are ongoing concerns. Companies are experiencing increased costs due to disruptions in supply chains from the Far East, affecting production schedules and pricing strategies. Transportation costs to the US East Cost ports have risen 30% over the past few months and a looming potential port worker strike could also cause additional issues.

-Adaptation Strategies: To address these challenges, many manufacturers are exploring more nearshore sourcing options and adopting on-demand production or just in time manufacturing models. By reducing reliance on Far East suppliers and minimizing inventory, brands can better manage risks and adapt to changing market conditions.