Supply Chain Now

The Supply Chain Buzz is Supply Chain Now’s regular Monday livestream, held at 12 noon ET each week. This show focuses on some of the leading stories from global supply chain and global business, always with special guests – the most important of which is the live audience!

In this monthly Digital Transformers edition of the Buzz, Scott Luton and co-host Kevin L. Jackson share and discuss some of the top news in digital transformation, technology, and cybersecurity. Listen and learn as Scott and Kevin discuss:

• Seven ways that blockchain is helping to accelerate digital transformation
• How McDonald's is investing further into the cloud so “super size” analytics and more powerfully leverage AI.
• 12 proven metrics to measure your digital transformation
• And much more!

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The US transportation market is undergoing one of the most challenging periods in the past decade. According to Austin Pierson, Co-owner and Executive Vice President of Customer Sales at West Michigan Transport, revenue per load is down 25-30% across the board for upper brokerage.

However, that’s not to say that opportunities aren’t there for proactive sector players.

In this inspiring episode of Supply Chain Now, Turvo TMS’s Director of Customer Success Anthony Ceritelli joins Pierson and hosts Scott Luton and Greg White, to share their joined success story, highlighting how leveraging innovative and scalable technology in the right way can supercharge growth and performance despite difficult market conditions.

Together, the two business partners discuss:

· The role of automation and enhanced supply chain visibility.

· The elegance of simplicity when it comes to technology.

· How eliminating driver pain points can enhance worker happiness and efficiency.

· The importance of finding a true technology partner that understands your unique business needs.

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In our popular ongoing series with Noodle.ai, "Making Better Supply Chain Bets with the Power of Probabilities," making better decisions faster and with more confidence has been emphasized repeatedly. In this third podcast episode of the series, hosts Scott Luton and Kevin L. Jackson welcome Noodle.ai CRO Tim Krug, and thought leader Trevor Miles to discuss how leaders can embrace the power of probability, uncertainty, and cutting-edge technologies and apply it to their decision-making processes so that they can make better decisions and get better outcomes.

Listen in and learn:

• Why a probabilistic approach is best when making supply chain decisions
• How more and better quality information improves decision-making and leadership
• How to understand and embrace uncertainty, and why it is critical
• The impact of AI on predicting business and influencing decision making
• The key to capable and confident teams achieving great outcomes

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This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Kevin L. Jackson. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/making-bets-executives-embrace-early-decision-uncertainty-improve-supply-chain-1207

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The Supply Chain Buzz is Supply Chain Now’s regular Monday livestream, held at 12 noon ET each week. This show focuses on some of the leading stories from global supply chain and global business, always with special guests – the most important of which is the live audience!

In this special episode of the Buzz, host Scott Luton is joined by guest co-host Jenny Froome from the Supply Chain Leadership in Africa series. They discuss the top breaking news in supply chain, and also welcome special guest Dominique Zwinkels with People that Deliver, a broad coalition of organizations working together to raise the profile of the health supply chain workforce as a key strategic area of health systems.

Listen and learn as Scott, Jenny, and Dominique discuss:

• The good, important work that People that Deliver is doing to improve healthcare supply chains
• Key takeaways from the recent Global Health Supply Chain Summit
• Development of the global supply chain workforce, and the mission of professionalization

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This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Jenny Froome. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/supply-chain-buzz-1206

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Take a look at mitigating supplier risk through effective supply chain business networks in this episode of Supply Chain Now! Hosts Scott Luton and Greg White welcome Jeff Schwartz, Vice President, Solution Consulting with Infor Nexus to the show, as they discuss the crucial role of transparency, data exchange, and process alignment in achieving an optimized supply chain.

Listen in and learn more about:

• The need for businesses to understand their supply chains beyond the first tier of suppliers due to the risks associated with not knowing suppliers' suppliers
• The importance of data collaboration and business processes in supply chain success
• Solving supply chain collaboration challenges through the development of networks that allow for seamless collaboration and execution among partners while keeping their own enterprise data

Success depends not only on data but also on the way of doing business and the ability to push business processes to meet demands. Learn how business networks can address the need for a multi-enterprise business supply chain collaboration platform, replacing the inefficient point-to-point systems of the past.

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This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Greg White. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/mitigating-supplier-risk-supply-chain-business-network-1205

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When building a sustainable organization, it's crucial to integrate practices that encompass environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and economic viability. This involves setting clear sustainability goals, minimizing environmental impact, fostering a culture of ethical conduct, embracing diversity and inclusivity, and prioritizing long-term success over short-term gains.

In this captivating episode of Supply Chain Now, sponsored by Microsoft, we delve into the extraordinary journey of Cora Spearman-Chang. As the resilient CEO and Founder of Coradorables & Cora Spearman Hawaii, she embodies a fusion of mid-century modern style with the vibrant spirit of Hawaii, all crafted sustainably. Overcoming personal challenges, from a battle with cancer to earning the prestigious title of Emerging Designer of the Year at the 2013 Hawaii Governor's Fashion Award, Cora's story is truly inspiring.

Her brand's designs grace 5-star resorts, esteemed hotels, and upscale specialty shops globally, not just showcasing fashion but also a steadfast commitment to sustainability. A participant in the 2022 United Nations Climate Ambition Accelerator, Cora spearheads conversations about sustainable fashion practices, contributing invaluable insights at esteemed events like the 2022 NRF Retail Show's "Future of Sustainability" panel.

Join us on this episode to explore Cora's remarkable journey, the unique challenges of cultivating a sustainable brand in Hawaii, and the profound global impact of her creations.

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This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Kevin L. Jackson. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/sustainable-style-resilience-sustainable-revolution-1204

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Operations and supply chain management are a science that require a lot of experience and technical know-how to lead – especially on a global scale. But people management is a science too, one that is often more challenging than the others. Caroline Troit leads Operations for the Luxe division of L’Oréal North America. She has end-to-end operational responsibilities for a portfolio of American brands and oversees the supply chain for all of L’Oréal’s luxury brands in the US and Canada, including Lancôme, Armani, YSL, and several fragrance brands. In this episode of Logistics with Purpose, Caroline joins Kristi Porter and Amanda Luton to talk about her love for working with people and how she has applied a background in engineering in the largest cosmetics company in the world.

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This episode is hosted by Kristi Porter and Amanda Luton. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/flying-high-flying-low-operations-luxe-loreal-lwp93

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Join us for this exciting episode, as we discuss Sumitomo Corporation of America's innovative approach to inventory optimization, as they collaborated and partnered with Optilogic, and how they incorporated a simulation-based model to convert inventory into "ready money."

Hosts Scott Luton and Greg White welcomed Evrim Ertugrul, Deputy Head of Corporate Logistics at Sumitomo and John Ames, Jr., VP of Business Development at Optilogic for an excellent conversation that highlighted:

• The complexity and pressure businesses face, with increased awareness of the supply chain due to events like the great toilet paper shortage
• A critique of traditional inventory optimization methods that fail to model real-world demand variability and are based on outdated assumptions like average demand and static upstream service levels
• Sumitomo's collaboration with Optilogic on a project named Cosmic Frog, where they use a genetic algorithm to run many simulations, creating a risk-free environment that assists in decision-making
• The simulation's ability to handle various types of demand profiles and the concept of moving towards a digital twin for supply chain operations using advanced modeling techniques

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Learn more about Optilogic and Cosmic Frog: https://www.optilogic.com/cosmic-frog/

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This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Greg White. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/sumitomo-corporation-americas-tunrs-inventory-ready-money-1202

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Modern manufacturing is no longer limited to the dark, dirty, and dangerous jobs of the past, especially with progressive, forward-thinking leaders bringing their organizations into the future.

In this episode of Supply Chain Now, sponsored by Microsoft, hosts Scott Luton and Kevin L. Jackson engage in an insightful conversation with Aneesa Muthana, the CEO and co-owner of Pioneer Service and M&M Quality Grinding. Aneesa shares her journey starting from her upbringing on her parents' manufacturing shop floor to becoming an award-winning figure in the industry. The discussion delves into various aspects of manufacturing, including the importance of promoting the industry to the younger generation, the evolution of manufacturing roles, and the significance of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in driving innovation and widening the candidate pool.

Listen in as Aneesa highlights:

• The role of digital transformation in the industry, emphasizing the importance of human involvement alongside technology
• Workforce challenges like AI's impact on jobs, and the necessity of empowering and training the workforce in the era of Industry 4.0
• The importance of strong core values such as integrity and stewardship in building a strong organizational culture

Join us for this episode that encapsulates inspiring stories, practical insights, and actionable advice from Aneesa Muthana, offering a comprehensive view of the current landscape and future prospects within the manufacturing sector.

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This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Kevin L. Jackson. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/making-happen-manufacturing-conversation-1201

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The Supply Chain Buzz is Supply Chain Now’s regular Monday livestream, held at 12 noon ET each week. This show focuses on some of the leading stories from global supply chain and global business, always with special guests – the most important of which is the live audience!

In this episode of the Buzz, host Scott Luton welcomes special guest Vin Vashishta, CEO of V Squared, as they share and discuss some of the top news in supply chain. Listen and learn as Scott and Vin discuss:

• The demand for cold storage warehouse space
• How retailers are beginning to report lower inflation and prices across their supply chains
• The latest news in the upheaval at OpenAI
• And much more!

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2023 Q3 U.S. Bank Freight Payment Index: https://bit.ly/3VuwnIk

WEBINAR- Unleashing the Potential of Distribution for a Better Supply Chain: https://bit.ly/3umO3fP

This episode is hosted by Scott Luton. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/supply-chain-buzz-1200

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