Quarterly MDM-Baird Distribution Survey

Analysis: Geopolitical Impacts on Distributors’ Supply Chains

We analyze the qualitative results of our 1Q24 Baird-MDM Distribution Survey question that asked distributors about current or expected impacts from geopolitical issues.

April 19, 2024

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The news cycle today is filled with geopolitical developments — many of which are currently impacting wholesale distributors or figure to in the near future. Geopolitics' definition can vary depending on who you ask, but in general, it is the study of the geographic influences on power relationships in international relations. An incomplete list of the various geopolitical issues that are or could impact distributors include:

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