Manufacturers around the nation are trying to maintain their employees and societies secure and protected, and are still dealing with the wide spectrum of COVID-19 disease impact – on the environment, their supply chains, their activities and more. A recently published study undertaken by the Regional Association of Manufacturers on manufacturing executives shows the condition of the sector as the scenario progresses.
In the study, which was in the field from Feb. 28 to March 9, 78.3 percent of respondents report that the COVID-19 epidemic is expected to have a financial effect on their business; 53.1 percent of suppliers expect a shift in their activities in the coming months; and 35.5 percent claim they are now experiencing delays in the supply chain; When questioned about the services they require, survey respondents cite credible statistics, including non-political and non-sensationalized facts; accurate and appropriate reports on new regulations and safety advisories; details about how other organizations react; consistent guidance from specialist bodies such as Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and National Institutes of Health; and tools for early identification to aid stop virus transmission.
The coronavirus epidemic’s export contribution to India is valued at around $348 million. The world now ranks among China’s top 15 economies most impacted by the industrial downturn, a UN study states. That is how the Indian Industry Confederation brought out the effects analyses for various industries.
Automobile Sector
The effect will rely on the extent of their contract with China. China’s closure has prohibited imports of numerous products that affect both Indian vehicles and the automotive sector industry. Nevertheless, present inventory prices appear to be acceptable for the Indian industry. If the closure in China lasts, it is expected to contribute to an 8-10 per cent decrease in Indian car production by 2020. The effect of coronavirus may therefore be greater for the emerging EV industry. China is dominant in the battery supply chain, responsible for about three-quarters of the battery production amount.
Pharmaceutical Sector
Though India is one of the world’s largest exporters of formulated medicines, domestic pharmaceutical industry relies heavily on imports of bulk medicines. Approximately Rs 24,900 crore of bulk medicines was imported by India in FY19, representing approximately 40 percent of overall domestic use. Despite India’s API imports from China responsible for almost 70 per cent of its demand intake, importers are at risk of supply instability and sudden price changes. Dependence on Chinese imports for certain essential antibiotics and antipyretics is up to 100 per cent. APIs need wide ability of Chinese manufacturers ‘fermentation boilers, a USP, which gives the Chinese manufacturers an upper hand. Inside China, distribution and monitoring of consignments is still unclear, whether internal or outward.
Chemical Industries
Delayed shipments from China and a spike in prices of raw materials, particularly in Gujarat, affect the dyes and dyestuffs industry. Almost 20 per cent of the output was impacted by the interruption in the supply of raw materials. China is a major supplier of textile specialty chemicals, particularly Indigo, which is required for denim. In India, the company is likely to get impacted, and citizens protect their supplies. It is also an advantage, however, because the US and the EU will continue to diversify their markets and reduce the danger to China. Any of this company, if taken advantage of, can be redirected to India.
Information Technology
The protracted Chinese Lunar New Year holidays have adversely affected domestic IT firms ‘revenues and growth that operate outside of China.IT businesses are highly reliant on workers and are unable to work because of limitations on the flow of citizens induced by lockout and quarantine issues. They are also unable to complete or produce the current ventures in a timely manner and are therefore rejecting new proposals. In addition, the global customers for Indian IT companies in China have begun to search for other service providers in alternative locations such as Malaysia, Vietnam etc.
Aviation Industry
The propagation of coronavirus has also affected the aviation market. The epidemic caused domestic airlines to postpone flights from India to China and Hong Kong, and briefly suspend them. Carriers including Indigo and Air India suspended flights into China. The partial cessation of flights to China and Hong Kong will contribute to a loss of gross revenue goals for domestic carriers.
What to Expect in Future?
Markets must finally evolve into a modern, familiar post-pandemic that just slightly reflects the environment we’re used to now. Nonetheless, further emphasis would be put on local economies and potentially interruption in international trade. This is likely that the output would be focused on narrower consumer segments and shorter supply chains. Throughout this climate, businesses would have to reconsider their supply chain footprint and change their processes to make them fit for purpose and ready for the next disruption. During this fresh era, several innovative strategies will be launched, but it is difficult to predict just how businesses can push their path to growth, at least for now.
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