Resilinc Special Report

Manufacturing Supply Chain Challenges in 2025 - Tariffs, Labor Shortages, and Shifts to Automation

In 2025, manufacturing supply chain challenges are evolving beyond isolated disruptions into a more systemic test of resilience. This report explores how manufacturers are responding, not just by shifting production, but by fundamentally rethinking how they manage risk. From the rise of AI-driven visibility tools to strategic moves toward localization, companies are making targeted investments that reflect the new complexity of global operations. With emphasis on supply chain risk mitigation, we examine the sectors under the most pressure and the innovations positioning them for long-term stability.
Key Insights:
  • The U.S. administration’s proposal to impose a 155% tariff on Chinese imports beginning November 1 has heightened global market volatility
  • Factory fire and extreme weather events were the top recorded disruption types for general manufacturing in Q3 2025
  • 85% of manufacturers are deploying AI to improve forecasting, automate decisions, and respond faster to disruptions