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Nearshoring, USMCA, and the Future of North American Supply Chains (Production Pulse)

Nearshoring, USMCA, and the Future of North American Supply Chains (Production Pulse)

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In this episode of Great Question: A Manufacturing Podcast, Laura Putre sits down with Mike Jackson to reflect on how suppliers navigated a turbulent 2025 and what the outlook looks like heading into 2026. Their conversation explores shifting trade policies, tariffs, and the evolving role of USMCA, alongside ongoing uncertainty around electrification and EV adoption. They also dig into nearshoring, supply chain volatility, and the financial pressures facing suppliers at every tier. Throughout the discussion, the episode highlights both the challenges confronting manufacturers and the resilience driving the industry forward.

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