What should supply chain managers do if oil prices spike?

Pre-define responses: shift to intermodal at +20% diesel, renegotiate surcharges immediately—don't react, execute.

How accurate are oil price forecasts for logistics planning?

Poor—20-30% error rates typical; focus on readiness over predictions.

Not soon—90% volume fossil-dependent til 2030; volatility stays.

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Everyone thought peak oil was dead. Now prices surge, and history rhymes. Smart chains prep scenarios, not forecasts.

Supply Chain Beat Apr 11, 2026 3 min read

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