The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted supply chains around the globe, causing disruptions for shippers across numerous industries. For the automotive industry, in particular, the pandemic coupled with a trade war has brought uncertainty to new heights in 2020. Despite these significant influences, shippers are scrambling in search of new ways to keep up with consumer demand while shipping costs continue to rise.
To better understand how shippers are planning to navigate the rise in demand, Redwood partnered with FreightWaves to conduct a research initiative on how companies' strategies are changing during this unique marketplace.
Listen to Redwood Mexico's Managing Director - Mexico Operations, Jordan Dewart, and Senior Vice President - Mexico Business Development, Olga Salinas, as they shed light on the study's findings in a recent webinar with FreightWaves.
Topics that were covered in the webinar, include:
The fluctuations in automotive demand during 2020 and the anticipated trajectory for the coming months
Predictions around transportation costs and how companies are responding
The role of technology in helping to minimize supply chain disruption
How cross-border relationships within the auto industry are being impacted by elevated volumes
To learn more about cross-border shipping, visit Redwood Mexico's services page.