Technology Procurement Update Tariffs & Currency Impact

WBM is closely monitoring the potential impact of tariffs and the declining Canadian dollar on the technology supply chain. Some enterprise customers are accelerating purchases to mitigate risks, while distribution inventories are shrinking due to market uncertainty.

While tariffs could drive immediate price changes, the weakening CDN dollar is the more pressing concern. Canadian technology manufacturers operate as U.S. importers, with pricing influenced by hedge rates. A number of key players in the industry have already raised prices, and further declines in the dollar could lead to additional increases.  April 1^st has been discussed as the date that many vendors, who haven’t already, will be raising prices.

Financial factors such as potential Bank of Canada rate cuts and federal stimulus spending are also contributing to currency hedging and reduced Canadian purchasing power. With Mexico and Canada tariffs taking effect on March 4th—though their impact on IT equipment remains uncertain—further price adjustments are anticipated throughout 2025.

If you’re considering a hardware refresh this year, WBM recommends proactively placing orders to secure pricing and availability. Our Procurement team has real-time inventory insights from all Tier 1 manufacturers and distributors in Canada.

For assistance, contact your WBM Account Manager or reach out to our team at 888-275-4926 or sales@wbm.ca.

You can also check real-time stock availability via the WBM Direct procurement portal at wbmdirect.ca.

WBM is committed to mitigating supply risks and ensuring continuity for our clients. For any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact me.

Sincerely,

Ashley Schell

	Ashley Schell  |  Director, Strategic Procurement 104-3718 Kinnear Place, Saskatoon, SK S7P 0A6 306.280.3900 mobile  |  aschell@wbm.ca Vancouver   Calgary   Regina   Saskatoon   Winnipeg