When things run smoothly at the world’s ocean ports, companies get their goods out the door on time, carriers adhere to their delivery commitments and buyers get their items in a predictable, reliable manner.
In most cases, a single supply chain disruption, weather event or geopolitical problem has minimal impact on these smooth-running transportation networks. However, when you add a global pandemic, mandatory business shutdowns and a labor shortage to the mix, a “perfect storm” takes over and throws the entire supply chain for a loop.