June 2025 - Supply Chain Management: Be Ready for the Changes

Supply chain management is more important than ever. Businesses are dealing with rising costs, trade changes, and increased government oversight—and customers are feeling the impact quickly.

Here’s what’s driving the urgency:

• Tariffs and trade shifts—especially in East Asia—require flexible sourcing.

• Federal scrutiny is increasing on suppliers and contractors.

• Customers notice price changes almost immediately.

• Capacity and throughput are under pressure.

Small Businesses Can Keep Up

You don’t need expensive software or a big team. Small businesses can stay on top of supply chain challenges by improving how they manage contracts, vendors, and internal processes.

We help customers by adding simple tools to their existing procedures, like:

• Contract Assessment Checklist

Helps you review contracts and subcontracts before signing—checking for payment terms, flow-downs, and risks.

• Vendor Questionnaire

A tool for evaluating potential suppliers—their capacity, flexibility, and ability to deliver.

• Company Due Diligence Checklist

A quick way to vet companies for teaming, subcontracting, or partnerships. It includes links to public government databases to verify financials, capabilities, and legal standing.

Stay Ready!

A better process helps you respond faster and smarter to change. These simple checklists can make a big difference, no matter your size.