In this episode of The Results Loading… podcast, Michael Atkin engages with Francisco Ponde to explore his journey and insights from his role at Grupo Tigre USA. Francisco delves into the operations and the critical role of engineering in supply chain management. The discussion covers leadership, collaboration, and strategies for building a resilient supply chain, focusing on balancing inventory and customer satisfaction. Francisco highlights advancements in supply chain technology, including machine learning and AI applications, and their transformative impact. The conversation addresses regional variances in practices and offers key advice for aspiring supply chain leaders. Tune in for Francisco's closing thoughts and future outlook.

(0:00) Introduction and background of Francisco Palmde

(4:36) Grupo Tigre USA's operations and engineering's role in supply chain

(10:16) Leadership and collaboration in supply chain management

(17:31) Strategies for building a resilient supply chain

(23:45) Balancing inventory levels with customer satisfaction

(30:34) Advancements in supply chain technology

(34:21) Machine learning and AI applications in logistics

(38:44) The transformative impact of new technologies in supply chain

(42:10) Regional variances in supply chain practices

(46:44) Key advice for aspiring supply chain leaders

(47:57) Closing thoughts and future outlook