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Back to EpisodesGuest: Andrew Viteritti of the Economist Intelligence Unit on the likelihood of reshoring; Economic news shows continued growth in supply chains; Will companies require vaccinations for employees to return to offices?
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In this episode, we discuss the whether reshoring will take hold as one way of mitigating the many supply chain disruptions we have experienced this year. Our guest, Andrew Viteritti, commerce and regulation lead at the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), shares research on the likelihood that U.S. companies will bring production back to North America. Is it a feasible solution?
New economic news shows that logistics activity continues to be very strong, with solid projections moving forward. Find out what's behind the numbers in the latest Logistics Managers Index report.
Many companies want their employees to return to work in person, but the rise of the Delta variant of Covid-19 might hamper those efforts. In response, many employers may ask that employees either be vaccinated or face ongoing mask and social distancing measures. What are industry organizations saying about this growing trend among employers?
Articles and resources mentioned in this episode:
- Economist Intelligence Unit website
- Logistics industry growth continues strong pace
- With recovery in their grasp, business groups throw their weight behind vaccination push
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