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Read about the evolving landscape of global supply chains, highlighting both opportunities and risks for organizations in 2026. The cover story discusses anticipated economic growth alongside such persistent challenges as manufacturing sluggishness, tariffs, geopolitical tensions and the uncertainties of AI.uptions.

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JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2026 Issue

Feature articles examine the strategic importance of semiconductor supply chains amid a global chip power struggle, as well as practical approaches for companies to navigate tariff-driven and geopolitical volatility — including stress-testing, agility and leveraging advanced technologies. The fourth feature emphasizes the critical role of understanding Incoterms in managing complex international trade, as misunderstandings can lead to costly disruptions.

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2026

Upcoming Education

January

22

2026

MEMBER WEBINAR
Member Only

Quarterly State of Risk - Tariff Update

Join ISM’s quarterly member-only executive briefing as Tom Derry, CEO of the Institute for Supply Management, convenes two senior leaders to unpack how evolving tariff regimes and trade policy are reshaping supply chain risk in the year ahead. Alan Harrah, CPSM, CSCP, CPO of Daikin Applied Americas, and Rajeshnath VT, SVP Supply Chain at Pentair, will share practical strategies for tariff mitigation, supplier engagement, and financial exposure management—grounded in real-world operations across complex, global networks. Expect a concise, insight-rich hour that connects macro developments to actionable tactics you can deploy immediately.

You’ll leave with a clear view of the tariff landscape, a decision-making toolkit for scenario planning, and concrete ideas to strengthen continuity, cost control, and resilience—whether you manage direct materials, indirect categories, or multi-tier supplier ecosystems. Live audience Q&A is included and encouraged.
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26-27

2026

GUIDED LEARNING

Supply Management Core

Get prepared for the Supply Management Core exam with ISM’s Guided Learning course. Designed with today’s busy professional in mind, this comprehensive, self-paced course will provide a deep understanding of core supply management competencies and set you up for success on the exam.

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Kelly M Green, CPSM, CPSD

January

27-28

2026

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Logistics Bootcamp

Build a base of Logistics knowledge in a focused two-day educational experience. Logistics Boot Camp imparts knowledge and presents tools that will help participants excel in the dynamic world of Logistics. Logistics is process of efficiently moving goods from point of origin to its destination. The process encompasses planning, storing, and transporting products, ensuring they arrive when promised and at the required level of quality. The focus of this course is an integrated Supply Chain approach that optimizes the process for the benefit of the organization and Customers. You will gain skills to optimize processes, manage resources effectively, and contribute to a smooth-running supply chain, in a focused and accelerated timeframe.

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Thomas E Godfrey

Supply Management News & Reports

Being ‘Vigilant to the Risks Ahead’

January 14, 2026
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Supply management organizations can expect higher economic growth in 2026, but myriad dynamics — including manufacturing sluggishness, tariffs, geopolitics and AI uncertainty — are longer-term X-factors.

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