The future of supply chain is accelerating, and on today's episode of Supply Chain Now, hosts Scott Luton and Allison Giddens are unpacking the global trends, disruptions, and economic shifts shaping what’s next for leaders everywhere. From declining imports to AI’s growing pains, this episode cuts through the noise to bring clarity to fast-moving industry headlines. Welcome to The Buzz, powered by OMP!
Scott and Allison dive into the biggest stories impacting supply chains today — and the ripple effects businesses need to prepare for.
Together, they discuss:
📉 Why U.S. imports from China are falling sharply across electronics, furniture, toys, and more — and how tariffs and cooling consumer demand are reshaping sourcing strategies
🤖 The retail AI reality check: Why 95% of organizations see little ROI from AI investments, and how brittle workflows and lack of contextual intelligence are slowing progress
🔮 Top supply chain trends for 2026, including workforce and talent shortages, AI-driven transformation, and mounting geopolitical challenges
🛒 Thanksgiving meal costs drop 5%, but some items — like sweet potatoes and veggie trays — are bucking the trend with noticeable price increases
🌏 What all these signals mean for manufacturers, retailers, logistics providers, and consumers heading into 2025–2026
Listen in as Scott and Allison break down the data, share industry insights, and invite you to join the conversation on the challenges and opportunities shaping tomorrow’s supply chains.
Additional Links & Resources:
This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Allison Giddens and produced by Trisha Cordes, Joshua Miranda, and Amanda Luton. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/buzz-us-imports-china-plummeting-what-means-2026-1512
