Managing your supply chain during trade uncertainty

Welcome to the CIRAS “Managing your supply chain during trade uncertainty” resource page.  Here, you will find a variety of resources to help you prepare and manage your supply chain for the impacts of trade uncertainty caused by changing tariffs, trade agreements, freight networks, and sourcing trends.  These resources include recordings of related webinars, educational presentations, descriptions of CIRAS services to assist you, and links to related resources.

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Tariff shifts continue to impact Iowa companies, requiring businesses to stay proactive in managing risks and adapting their supply chains. CIRAS is committed to keeping you informed check out the latest on-demand. Mastering your supply chain can set you apart in today’s fast-paced market. Watch now to dive into supply chain mapping—a key efficiency to boost your competitive edge and how CIRAS can assist.

CIRAS Services:

Supply Chain Mapping 

Supplier Scouting 

Total Cost of Ownership 

Procurement Assessment 

Government Resources:

Tariff Impact Summaries (by commercial entities):

Iowa Manufacturing Podcast:
From Tariffs to Transparency: Protecting Your Supply Chain

CIRAS Contact:

Marc Schneider, 563-221-1596, maschn@iastate.edu