The Buzz is Supply Chain Now’s regular Monday livestream, held at 12 noon ET each week. This show focuses on some of the leading stories from global supply chain and global business, always with special guests – the most important of which is the live audience!

Welcome to 2024! In this first Buzz of the new year, hosts Scott Luton and Greg White discuss some of the top news stories and trends in supply chain and industry today. Listen in and learn more about:

• The latest updates regarding the Red Sea, and the ramifications that continue to deepen due to attacks on vessels by Houthi rebels
• The latest Purchasing Manager's Index from ISM, indicating contraction in manufacturing growth in December 2023
• Predictions for the start-up market in 2024
• How 2023 was a tough year for beer
• And more!

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This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Greg White. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/supply-chain-buzz-2024-kickoff-red-sea-tensions-manufacturing-contractions-beer-challenges-1221