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Supply chain experts say uncertainty will disrupt 4th Quarter
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The results of the Lehigh Business Supply Chain Risk Management Index for the fourth quarter of 2026 show a slight decrease from last quarter's sharp jump in overall risk. Transportation disruption risk remained the highest-rated category, down from its record high in the third q
The results of the Lehigh Business Supply Chain Risk Management Index for the fourth quarter of 2026 show a slight decrease from last quarter's sharp jump in overall risk. Transportation disruption risk remained the highest-rated category, down from its record high in the third quarter but still well above its three-year average.
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