Shortage of inputs and difficulties in meeting contracts are the second significant challenge.

Global value chain disruptions result from border closures and domestic movement restrictions.

Regardless of exporting status, firms are experiencing similar input shortages, suggesting reliance on both foreign and domestic sources for raw materials.

Reduction in demand is the primary challenge for firms.

Decreased orders have caused a drop in revenues.

Cashflow shortages are a significant problem.

Many firms are cutting operational costs to address cashflow issues.

Concerns about wage payments, social security contributions, and loan repayments to commercial banks add to their challenges.

Obtaining additional loans to mitigate cashflow shortages is difficult, exacerbating their situation.

(UNIDO , March 2021)

Importance of being a good planner and staying informed about the market and industry.(Hamid, A. B. B. A. (2021, April 28)

Suggestions for cost reduction, including downsizing and cost minimization in various aspects.(Hamid, A. B. B. A. (2021, April 28)

Strategies to maintain customer demand, improve product quality, and develop new products.(Hamid, A. B. B. A. (2021, April 28)

Emphasis on the importance of accurate and timely information.(Hamid, A. B. B. A. (2021, April 28)

Organizations are advised to rebuild operations and accelerate the adoption of digital solutions to modernize and optimize various aspects of their manufacturing processes.

Manufacturers see the need to make their supply chains more resilient to prevent future problems (Alicke et al., 2020).

Flexible work arrangements for working parents are being explored (Ernst and Young, 2020).

Manufacturers are reconsidering their models of global trade, especially due to disruptions seen during the pandemic (Condon et al., 2020).

Policymakers may need to enact initiatives to promote onshoring (National Association of Manufacturers, 2020e).

Manufacturers are reconsidering their models of global trade, especially due to disruptions seen during the pandemic (Condon et al., 2020).

Organizations are advised to rebuild operations and accelerate the adoption of digital solutions to modernize and optimize various aspects of their manufacturing processes.

Manufacturers see the need to make their supply chains more resilient to prevent future problems (Alicke et al., 2020).

Flexible work arrangements for working parents are being explored (Ernst and Young, 2020).

Manufacturers are reconsidering their models of global trade, especially due to disruptions seen during the pandemic (Condon et al., 2020).