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Imagine trying to balance on one leg, make a cup of coffee with one hand, order your groceries on your phone with the other, trying to herd your loose dogs chasing squirrels back into the house, while also getting yelled at by your spouse that the dishwasher is leaking. This is the current state of global trade. Chaotic. Impossible. Overwhelming.

Secondary tariffs have introduced a layer of complexity for trade compliance professionals and importers. These additional duties not only target imports from specific countries but also penalize third-party entities trading with U.S.-sanctioned nations. To effectively manage these challenges, businesses must understand secondary Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) codes, their practical applications, and how to classify products accurately.

Sometimes it seems like all you do is blink, and when you open your eyes the world around you has completely changed. The grass is a little taller. Your hands look a little older. A new form of technology has been announced on the news. Change is our only, true constant companion. In a digital landscape, this constant change presents both unprecedented challenges and exciting opportunities for channel marketing and sales leaders. Current trends in channel marketing, such as the adoption of artificial intelligence and machine learning, the increased focused on risk management, stricter global regulations, and growing channel ecosystem complexity, are all reshaping how we connect with partners and customers.  

E2open is powered by a strong global network of problem solvers and innovators driven by strong values and our company culture. Together, we are focused on doing what’s right in business and in our communities. Every month, we will shine a spotlight on an exceptional team member who is helping us transform the supply chain industry. This month, we held a Q&A with Heidi Roop, Logistics Manager at e2open.

Spirit Week is a five-day celebration of e2open employees and the contributions they make toward our culture and success. This event takes place in all e2open offices around the globe, and it gives us all the chance to build each other up, praise our best and brightest stars, and celebrate the multicultural community that defines our company

E2open is powered by a strong global network of problem solvers and innovators driven by strong values and our company culture. Together, we are focused on doing what’s right in business and in our communities. Every month, we will shine a spotlight on an exceptional team member who is helping us transform the supply chain industry. This month, we held a Q&A with Heidi Roop, Logistics Manager at e2open.

The announcement of new US tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China has sent ripples through the supply chain world, leaving many leaders scrambling to assess their exposure and develop response strategies. For supply chain leaders, the Trump tariffs are not just policy updates—they represent potential disruptions that can impact costs, shift demand, disrupt supplier networks, and alter production timelines.

Supply chains are evolving at an unprecedented pace, driven by advancements in technology, shifting geopolitical dynamics, and changing customer expectations. As we move further into 2025, here are five key trends that supply chain professionals and leaders should have on their radar.

Supply chains are evolving at an unprecedented pace, driven by advancements in technology, shifting geopolitical dynamics, and changing customer expectations. As we move further into 2025, here are five key trends that supply chain professionals and leaders should have on their radar.