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Building resilient supply chains is a top priority for Consumer companies in today's shifting global landscape. From geopolitical tensions and trade wars to natural disasters and pandemics, disruptions are no longer rare—they're expected.
Top logistics challenges for Consumer companies
According to our Statista Consumer Logistics Report, 42% of companies across all industries cite transportation and logistics challenges as their top risk, with FMCG companies feeling it the most at 47%. When surveying Consumer companies for this year’s report, they identified the following pain points and trends as focus areas for addressing disruptions and building resilience.
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Anticipating the unknown
Consumer companies need robust systems and strategies to navigate global supply chain disruptions and maintain continuity. 58% of companies report increased costs due to tariffs, with FMCG the most affected at 61%. In response to these shifting tides, 73% of companies have created contingency plans for high-risk regions or suppliers and 69% monitor political developments to anticipate disruptions.
Diversification
One of the most effective strategies for resilience is diversification. Fifty-five per cent of companies are expanding their supplier networks, and 51% are pursuing geographic diversification to reduce dependency on any single region. Nearshoring is gaining traction as companies seek to improve response times and reduce exposure to global shocks like natural disasters, conflict, or changing trade environments.
Among companies focused on supplier networks, 61% are adding new suppliers, especially in Fashion & Lifestyle (68%), and Retail & Home (67%). At the same time, 61% are deepening collaboration with existing suppliers, taking a dual approach to risk mitigation.
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Risk management and technology
Digital risk management frameworks are a key focus of Consumer logistics practices, with 59% of companies implementing them (71% in Retail & Home). Advanced analytics and predictive modelling are considered essential tools in the resilience toolkit. 57% of companies prioritizing resilience adopt advanced technologies like AI to forecast bottlenecks and manage trade regulations.
Tactical warehousing and inventory management
To buffer against supply chain shocks, companies are rethinking inventory and warehousing. Maintaining higher inventory levels and distributing stock across multiple locations are now standard practices. Flexible warehousing solutions are cost effective, and they help companies stay agile and responsive.
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Collaboration driving resilience
Industry collaboration is emerging as a powerful enabler of resilience. Among companies strategically focused on their supplier networks, 80% participate in industry alliances or consortia, with Retail & Home leading at 89%. Additionally, 65% engage in collaborative problem-solving with suppliers to address shared challenges.
Summary
Resilience is the modern norm in logistics.
As global disruptions become more frequent and complex, companies invest in diversified sourcing, advanced technologies, and collaborative networks to ensure their logistics operations remain strong and adaptable.
2025 Statista Consumer Logistics Report
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