Supply Chain Risk Intensifies Amid Ongoing Tariff Uncertainty
As global tariff policies continue to evolve, businesses worldwide face increasing risks within their supply chains. Dun & Bradstreet (NYSE:DNB), a leading provider of business data and analytics, is closely monitoring these developments to help organizations navigate uncertainties and enhance resilience. By leveraging its extensive data network, Dun & Bradstreet provides businesses with personalized tariff risk assessments, supply chain insights, and benchmarking tools to mitigate potential disruptions.
The Growing Complexity of Supply Chain Risks
With supply chains becoming more interconnected and globalized, businesses must contend with unpredictable tariff shifts that impact sourcing strategies, supplier relationships, and overall operational efficiency. Dun & Bradstreet has mapped over 27 billion verified supplier connections, offering organizations a clearer picture of their trade networks and helping them identify alternative sourcing options.
According to a recent Dun & Bradstreet survey involving 10,000 businesses globally, optimism regarding supply chain stability declined by 10.4% from Q4 2024 to Q1 2025. This marks a continued downward trend from Q3 2024, as companies grapple with increased freight costs, container shortages, route disruptions, and payment delays. The imposition of new tariffs further compounds these difficulties, adding pressure to already fragile supply chains.
Data-Driven Strategies for Risk Mitigation
To safeguard against the negative effects of tariff fluctuations, businesses must adopt proactive risk management strategies. Dun & Bradstreet offers comprehensive risk analyses that incorporate deep-linkage data, enabling companies to identify vulnerabilities within their supply networks.
“Organizations must future-proof their against ongoing uncertainties and potential disruptions. The key lies in businesses remaining agile, staying informed, and making data-driven decisions to adapt to the fluctuating landscape,” said Brian Filanowski, General Manager, Finance & Risk Solutions at Dun & Bradstreet. “At Dun & Bradstreet, we help companies address supply chain challenges with comprehensive risk analyses that put our vast and deep linkage data to work to identify suppliers, vendors, and trade partners to help businesses achieve greater resiliency in a globally complex, interconnected market.”
The Importance of Supply Chain Visibility and Agility
While tariff policies remain unpredictable, businesses with agile supply chain strategies can minimize operational disruptions. Organizations must extend their risk assessments beyond immediate suppliers, considering broader factors such as corporate linkages, country-specific economic risks, and exposure to affected industries.
Navigating Supply Chain Risks Amid Tariff Uncertainty
Dun & Bradstreet (NYSE: DNB), a global leader in business data and analytics, continues to monitor evolving global tariff policies and their impact on supply chains. To help businesses adapt, the company provides risk assessments and insights to enhance supply chain resilience in an increasingly volatile environment.
With 27 billion verified supplier relationships and visibility into nearly 30% of global trade flows, Dun & Bradstreet enables organizations to manage tariff-related risks by identifying alternative suppliers and optimizing logistics strategies. This data-driven approach helps businesses maintain operational continuity despite rising costs and trade barriers.
A recent Dun & Bradstreet survey of 10,000 global businesses revealed a 10.4% decline in supply chain confidence from Q4 2024 to Q1 2025. Contributing factors include freight costs, container shortages, payment delays, and new tariffs, compounding existing disruptions.
“Businesses must stay agile, informed, and proactive in mitigating supply chain risks,” said Brian Filanowski, General Manager, Finance & Risk Solutions at Dun & Bradstreet. “Our comprehensive analyses leverage deep linkage data to identify suppliers, vendors, and trade partners, helping businesses achieve greater resilience in an interconnected global market.”
Beyond supplier challenges, organizations must assess financial vulnerabilities within their supply chain networks. Increased credit limit requirements due to rising costs can strain financial resources. As higher expenses are passed to clients, companies may see elevated risk profiles, making financial stability and liquidity evaluations essential.
By combining multi-tiered risk intelligence with data on over 600 million companies worldwide, Dun & Bradstreet equips enterprises with actionable insights to navigate tariff-related disruptions. For a comprehensive risk analysis, visit Dun & Bradstreet.
Leveraging Intelligence for Smarter Decision-Making
Dun & Bradstreet’s global data network, covering over 600 million public and private companies, provides enterprises with critical intelligence to navigate tariff-related challenges. Businesses that utilize multi-tier risk management strategies, combined with Dun & Bradstreet’s insights, can proactively identify vulnerabilities, explore new supplier options, and maintain operational continuity despite policy changes.
Preparing for Future Disruptions
To remain competitive in a volatile trade environment, companies must embrace a dynamic approach to supply chain management. By leveraging data analytics, predictive modeling, and strategic partnerships, organizations can anticipate potential challenges and implement robust contingency plans.
For a comprehensive risk analysis tailored to your organization’s supply chain needs, or to learn more about Dun & Bradstreet’s supply chain management solutions, visit Dun & Bradstreet.
About Dun & Bradstreet
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