The ten major disruptions of 2024 (to date)

As global supply chains gain more attention, they face increased scrutiny, particularly due to rising ESG regulations. Legislation such as the German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act and the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive has led to a 144% surge in labor violations in early 2024. Additionally, disruptions in supply chains rose 30% compared to the previous year, with notable increases in regulatory changes and legal actions. Extreme weather events also intensified, contributing to a significant rise in disruptions, including a 421% increase in protest-related incidents globally.