Supply Chain Connect The Landscape of Global Logistics and Network Optimization
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Oct 13, 2025 Paul Baris, Principal at Efficio, brings decades of expertise in procurement and logistics. He delves into the surprising disconnect between freight demand and rising shipping costs, attributing it to geopolitical factors and port congestion. Baris emphasizes the importance of network optimization and scenario planning for resilience amid tariff uncertainties. He also highlights key signals like tariff exposure and fuel prices that supply chain leaders should monitor to stay ahead in today's unpredictable landscape.
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Decades Of Dual Experience
- Paul Baris brings nearly 30 years of industry experience plus a decade in consulting to his supply chain work.
- He says this combination gives him a unique perspective for client engagements.
Tariffs Take Time To Appear In Costs
- Tariff costs took time to flow into cost of goods because of pipeline inventory and accounting practices.
- Rising fuel, energy, and service costs are now amplifying producer price pressure.
Supply Disruptions Inflate Prices Despite Weak Demand
- Freight demand can be soft while shipping costs rise due to supply-side disruptions like vessel repositioning and port congestion.
- Different transport modes show divergent pricing trends, with truckload softening and air dropping after tariff exemptions ended.