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The latest book by MIT Professor Yossi Sheffi on global supply chains is an exploration of one of the most critical and complex systems of our modern economy. In The Magic Conveyor Belt, Professor Sheffi examines how supply chains have been affected by the societal and economic shocks of the early 2020s, demystifying their murky depths, twists, and turns. He also illustrates how supply chains actually worked well during the pandemic, why technology alone is not enough (despite being the key to sustainability), and how human and A.I. collaboration is the future.

As food prices soar, the debate over price gouging intensifies, with Vice President Kamala Harris calling for federal action. This article examines the unintended consequences of price controls—shortages, reduced service, and black markets—arguing that incentivizing suppliers to boost production might be a more effective solution. Explore the complexities of this crucial economic issue with us.

Professor Yossi Sheffi discussed the potential effects of automation on the workforce, particularly for dockworkers, in an interview with Associated Press reporter Cathy Bussewitz.