Is onshoring the new offshoring?

Posted on 22 Feb 2022 by The Manufacturer

In this article, Gavin Smith, Head of Manufacturing at Plextek, looks at the trend to ‘manufacturing from home’ and asks if it provides more security in the supply chain.

The current geopolitical climate is causing companies to reconsider their offshoring strategies. It’s fair to say the last 12 months have provided some of the most challenging circumstances for manufacturers and where companies have chosen to outsource their production has been a key factor. Aligned with unpredictable forecasts, reduced electronic component availability and logistical nightmares,…

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