Tariffs are back—and this time, they’re hitting harder and in more places than before. With sweeping 2025 trade actions impacting imports from China, Mexico, Canada, and Europe, supply chain leaders are facing a whole new level of complexity. Add inflation, rising interest rates, and geopolitical tensions to the mix, and it’s clear: reactive strategies won’t cut it anymore.
This whitepaper from GAINS breaks down what today’s volatility means for your supply chain—and what you can do about it. You’ll get a clear look at why traditional tariff mitigation strategies like nearshoring and exemption requests fall short in a fast-changing market. More importantly, you’ll explore a proactive, data-driven approach that leverages AI, real-time visibility, and composable planning to build long-term resilience.
Inside, you’ll find five practical steps you can take right now to reduce tariff exposure and improve supplier agility. Plus, learn how GAINS’ Decision Engineering Optimization™ helps businesses model scenarios, simulate disruption, and make smarter decisions faster.
Whether you’re dealing with supply disruptions, rising costs, or shifting sourcing strategies, this whitepaper gives you a roadmap to adapt—and thrive—no matter what comes next.