New rules for trade engagement

Recent developments in US tariff policy are disrupting the way global trade has operated for decades. While the mechanics of tariffs remain familiar, their use has fundamentally shifted. No longer just a tool to protect domestic industries from foreign competition or to raise revenue, they are now being used to significantly reshape global trade. This upending of long-standing norms has introduced new challenges, with organizations facing unpredictable changes that cut across supply chains, geographies, and sectors. The impact is far-reaching and complex, making one thing clear: Responding effectively is no longer the domain of trade or logistics functions alone.

Today’s tariff challenges demand a coordinated, multidisciplinary approach—one that brings together tax, legal, risk, supply chain, and finance leaders to navigate disruption and build long-term resilience.

But how can different functions collaborate effectively to tackle tariff uncertainty? What roles should each team take on? We’ve explored how tariffs are affecting different organizational functions and how C-suite leaders can transform the challenges posed by tariffs into opportunities for strategic realignment, increased resilience, and sustainable growth, even amid ongoing geopolitical flux.