Addressing the complexities of trade disruptions with strategic adaptation

The increasing frequency and impact of geopolitical disruptions—ranging from trade wars and economic sanctions to regulatory upheavals—have placed global supply chains under unprecedented strain. Businesses across industries are now compelled to reassess their strategies to ensure resilience and maintain operational continuity in a world marked by uncertainty.

A new era of complexity

Geopolitical events have redefined the landscape of international trade. Factors such as US-China trade tensions, the Russia-Ukraine conflict, and post-Brexit regulatory shifts have underscored vulnerabilities in global supply chains.

Samir J Shah, Chief Mentor and Director at JBS Academy, highlighted the core issues as,
“Geopolitical risks are no longer isolated events. They have become systemic, impacting trade flows, regulatory frameworks, and market access.

“Businesses need to pivot from reactive approaches to proactive strategies that anticipate and mitigate these disruptions.”

Adapting through multimodal transport

One of the key s…