Consider This from NPR Why The Global Supply Chain Is Still Clogged — And How To Fix It
Oct 21, 2021
Bruce Basada, President of the Diesel Driving Academy, dives into the trucking industry's woes amid a global supply chain crisis. He discusses the alarming shortage of drivers and the ripple effects it has on product availability. With ports like Los Angeles shifting to 24/7 operations, Basada highlights the urgent need for trained drivers to keep goods moving. He also addresses the connection between workforce health and supply chain efficiency—crucial insights as holiday shopping ramps up and delays loom.
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Port Congestion
- The ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles handle 40% of US shipping containers but don't operate 24/7.
- This, combined with pandemic-related issues, has caused significant backups and delays.
Supply Chain Bottlenecks
- Demand is high, but logistics are struggling.
- This, coupled with import congestion and production at max capacity, causes disruptions across industries.
Bookstore Delays
- Candace Huber, owner of Tubby and Koo's Mid-City Bookshop, is experiencing shipping delays.
- Every step of the book production and delivery process has been affected, impacting her business.