Fortifying the Future - How DHS is Building Supply Chain Resiliency

Brace yourselves - supply chain disruptions are on the horizon. In this episode, get an insider's look at how the Department of Homeland Security is working to predict and mitigate unprecedented risks to global trade and logistics.

The COVID-19 pandemic exposed the vulnerabilities of our interconnected supply chains, leading to widespread shortages, delays, and economic turmoil. In response, the Department of Homeland Security has established a new Supply Chain Resiliency Center to take a proactive approach to strengthening supply chain resilience.

Main Points/Takeaways:
- Assistant Secretary Christa Brzozowski shares insights on the center's mission to enhance supply chain predictability and integration through data analysis, AI, and cross-agency collaboration.
- The center aims to pull data and expertise from across DHS components and the interagency to provide policymakers with the information they need to make informed decisions and implement effective mitigation strategies.
- Key focus areas include addressing emerging threats like forced labor, foreign investment risks, and the potential for converging disruptions (e.g. cyber attacks, natural disasters, health emergencies).
- Christa emphasizes the importance of fostering public-private partnerships, inviting ideas and input from the trade community to help strengthen America's economic security.
- "We're really at an inflection point, you know, a time where we've got significant change is occurring, and that change is bringing unprecedented, you know, opportunities, but but frankly, some unprecedented risks and threats."

This episode offers a unique glimpse into the future of supply chain resilience, highlighting the Department of Homeland Security's proactive approach to identifying and addressing critical vulnerabilities. Whether you're an importer, exporter, or logistics professional, the insights shared in this discussion can help you better prepare your business for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.

Enjoy the show!

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Host: Andy Shiles: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andyshiles/ 
Host/Producer: Lalo Solorzano: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lalosolorzano/ 
Co-Producer: Mara Marquez: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mara-marquez-a00a111a8/

Show references:

• Global Training Center - www.GlobalTrainingCenter.com

• Simply Trade Podcast - twitter.com/SimplyTradePod 

• DHS Assistant Secretary Christa Brzozowski

• Contact the DHS Supply Chain Resilience Center (SCRC) - DHSSCRC@hq.dhs.gov

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