Supply Chain Clusters

Professor Yossi Sheffi dives into the disruptions experienced by supply chains during the pandemic. Professor Sheffi's insights will shed light on the root causes and strategies for resilience. Join us as we explore the impacts on global economies and industries, and uncover valuable insights for navigating future challenges.

This episode centers on the coronavirus (COVID-19) and how the outbreak which originated in Wuhan, China in December 2019 is impacting global freight transportation. Host Chris Caplice sits down with Yossi Sheffi, MIT professor and Chris’ boss at the MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics, to discuss how the coronavirus differs from past crises and how the bullwhip effect will likely play out in this scenario.

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