Everyone from manufacturers to retailers are scrambling to take advantage of this trade war truce, but some businesses are still putting future plans on hold

The German-based logistics company blames delays because of tighter U.S. customs controls.

Since January, contracts with the company have been paused, un-paused, canceled, and restarted, and the government now owes Mana $20 million.

As trade tensions affect the availability of parts and disrupt supply chains, importers and exporters increasingly need a backup plan.

Companies could make their packaging more efficient and remap routes. Or expand cargo bike delivery programs, or schedule deliveries during the late night and early morning hours when congestion pricing is less expensive.

Trump trade proposals may spur early purchasing, considering that companies know consumers will balk at escalating surcharges on imported goods.

And all of those supply chain issues during the pandemic taught some businesses valuable lessons.

The deadline for negotiations between the union representing dockworkers and the ports is next week.

Assistance from the state and new routes have helped one company stay afloat.

And there’s no telling how long it’ll take to reopen the port. Other East Coast ports will have to handle some of the shipping traffic.