In this episode of Supply Chain Now, Scott Luton and Marty Parker welcome back Wiley Jones, Co-Founder and CEO of Doss, to discuss the evolving world of demand planning and supply chain optimization. Wiley shares his journey, from designing toys in factories in Asia to leading hardware projects in Silicon Valley, and how his diverse experiences shaped his mission to increase the agility of the global value chain.

They talk about the timeless truths in demand planning, such as the importance of aligning business inputs and outputs, and the transformative role of data integration in modern demand forecasting. Wiley also delves into the impact of AI and machine learning in enhancing decision-making processes, helping organizations plan more effectively in an unpredictable market.

Jump into the conversation:

(00:00) Intro

(03:30) From toys to hardware projects

(06:00) How Wiley shaped his supply chain agility approach

(09:15) The importance of demand planning

(12:40) Timeless truths in demand planning

(16:00) How AI and machine learning change demand planning

(19:20) The role of data integration in demand planning

(22:30) The challenges of forecasting in an unpredictable market

(25:00) Innovating and embracing change in supply chain management

(28:15) The impact of new technology on demand planning models

(31:40) How Doss is modernizing supply chain operations

(34:00) Fostering innovation within supply chain teams

(37:15) The future of demand planning

(40:00) Embracing disruption and leveraging technology for growth

Additional Links & Resources:

• Connect with Wiley Jones: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wileycwjones/
• Learn more about Doss: https://www.doss.com/
• WEBINAR: E2E Demand Planning – Tactics for Driving Value at Scale: https://supplychainnow.com/e2e-demand-planning-tactics-driving-value-scale-webinar/
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This episode was hosted by Scott Luton and Marty Parker and produced by Amanda Luton, Trisha Cordes, and Joshua Miranda. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/4-ways-end-end-demand-planning-has-hasnt-changed-1410