In this episode, Christian Hammer is joined by Brian Glick, CEO of Chain IO, to discuss the pivotal role of AI in supply chain management. They delve into AI's potential in automating routine tasks, its impact on job evolution, and its use in risk assessment and decision-making. Furthermore, they explore the changing skill set in the tech industry, the importance of thinking like a coder, and the rapid automation movement in the supply chain industry.

(0:00) Introduction and guest presentation: Brian Glick, CEO of Chain IO

(2:04) Role and Impact of AI in Supply Chain Management

(3:48) Potential of AI in Automating Routine Tasks and Job Evolution in Supply Chain

(7:41) AI in Procurement, Strategy Roles, and Changes in Development Cycle

(10:57) Role of AI in Risk Assessment and Decision-making

(14:09) Decision-making Process in Automation and Job Evolution with New Technologies

(16:07) Transition of Jobs and Importance of Education in the US Workforce

(18:03) Changing Skill Set in Technology Industry and Importance of Thinking Like a Coder

(19:55) Rapid Movement of Automation in Supply Chain Industry

(21:53) Wrapping up the Discussion with Brian Glick