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Welcome to MetaPod, where we discuss operational execs and organizations that make and move stuff.No matter what we’re making and moving, we all have the same 3 headaches: digitization/digital trans... more
FAQs about MetaPod:How many episodes does MetaPod have?The podcast currently has 60 episodes available.
October 15, 2024The Post-Covid Supply Chain – Everything You Know Is WrongExplore digital transformation and the triple bottom line in the post-COVID supply chain with Ron Crabtree and Gary Smith on Meta Pod. Dive into the essential shift towards digital and AI-enhanced operations, the integration of people-first strategies in supply chain management, and the importance of reshoring and regionalization in the new normal of business operations....more36minPlay
October 06, 2024Supply Chain Success: Building a High-Performing Procurement TeamExplore the challenges and opportunities in procurement with Ron Crabtree and Anders Lillevik on Meta Pod. Dive into the intricacies of cost reduction, process risks, and the potential for process automation....more33minPlay
September 21, 2024Mastering Efficiency: Tier-1 Automotive TransformationExplore the intricacies of digital transformation and innovative labor strategies with Ron Crabtree and Alan Shevela on Meta Pod. Dive into the importance of strategic digitization, effective labor management, and the necessity of continuous improvement in the auto industry....more37minPlay
September 07, 2024Bridging the Wisdom Gap: Accelerating New Talent in Competitive LandscapeExplore the challenges of the Wisdom Gap and Technical Debt with Ron Crabtree and Alan Willett on Meta Pod. Dive into the nuances of bridging knowledge transitions, optimizing technical efficiencies, and empowering the next generation of leaders....more34minPlay
August 24, 2024Leveraging AI & Digitization in ProcurementExplore the transformative impact of AI and digitization in procurement with Ron Crabtree and Edmund Zagorin on MetaPod. Dive into the critical diagnostics for assessing procurement processes, practical strategies for integrating technology in procurement, and the importance of AI curiosity in modern procurement practices....more42minPlay
August 10, 2024Leveraging AI & Digitization in Logistics and TransportationExplore the integration of AI and the digitization of logistics with Ron Crabtree and Derek Browning on MetaPod. Dive into the transformative power of AI in logistics, strategies for overcoming digital transformation challenges, and insights on optimizing transportation management systems....more31minPlay
July 27, 20243 Must-Master Skills for Your Sourcing TeamExplore the nuances of Category Management and Cost Engineering with Ron Crabtree and Mike Wynn on Meta Pod. Dive into strategic sourcing, effective cost management, and the significance of scenario planning....more26minPlay
July 13, 20243 Must-Master Skills for Purchasing And Procurement TeamsExplore the nuances of negotiation and understanding cost with Ron Crabtree and Jeoff Burris on MetaPod. Dive into enhancing negotiation skills, deep diving into cost understanding, and the strategic use of AI in procurement....more48minPlay
June 29, 20243 Must-Master Skills for Supplier Performance ManagementExplore the intricacies of supplier performance development and management with Ron Crabtree and Greg Cable on MetaPod. Dive into effective communication strategies, the importance of feedback mechanisms, and the role of solid relationships in supplier performance....more39minPlay
June 22, 2024Supply Chain 2030 – How Reshoring Will Impact Your Supply ChainExplore the future of supply chains and the reshoring trend with Ron Crabtree and Bruce Imel on MetaPod. Dive into the strategic benefits of localized supply chains, the operational risks of lengthy overseas supply, and the financial impact of supply chain decisions on business continuity....more36minPlay
FAQs about MetaPod:How many episodes does MetaPod have?The podcast currently has 60 episodes available.