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What comes after supply chain visibility?

In this episode of The Momentum Flow, Luis Solana sits down with Matt Elenjickal, CEO and Founder of FourKites, to explore the next evolution of supply chain technology: moving from seeing what is happening to helping drive the outcome.

Matt introduces the idea of Outcome-as-a-Service, a model that pushes technology beyond dashboards, alerts, and visibility toward greater accountability for real operational results. The conversation explores AI agents, automated action, shared accountability between technology providers and customers, and the value of preventing disruptions before they become tomorrow morning’s escalation.  

They also dig into a fascinating challenge: how do you measure the value of something that never happened? A delay avoided, a shipment rerouted, a stockout prevented, or hours of firefighting eliminated can create enormous value, even when the win itself is almost invisible.  

The conversation ultimately asks a bigger question for operators, technology leaders, and investors: as AI becomes more capable of acting on supply chain data, will the value of technology increasingly be measured by the outcomes it delivers rather than the tools it provides?

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Guest: Matt Elenjickal, CEO & Founder, FourKites
Episode: Beyond Visibility: The Rise of Outcome-as-a-Service  

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What keeps a successful company from getting too comfortable with what made it successful?

That’s part of the conversation in tomorrow’s episode of The Momentum Flow with Dov Shenkman, CEO & Founder of Atid Group and author of Value Centric.

Dov has spent more than 30 years working in business transformation, and we get into why companies lose momentum, why waiting until something is broken can make transformation much harder, and how leaders can keep the organization focused on where value is actually being created.

We also talk about AI, customer value, supply chain, and the danger of treating new technology as another cost-cutting exercise instead of asking what it could allow the business to do differently.

There’s a lot in this conversation for leaders trying to balance what’s working today with what the business will need tomorrow.

What keeps a successful company from getting too comfortable with what made it successful?

That’s part of the conversation in tomorrow’s episode of The Momentum Flow with Dov Shenkman, CEO & Founder of Atid Group and author of Value Centric.

Dov has spent more than 30 years working in business transformation, and we get into why companies lose momentum, why waiting until something is broken can make transformation much harder, and how leaders can keep the organization focused on where value is actually being created.

We also talk about AI, customer value, supply chain, and the danger of treating new technology as another cost-cutting exercise instead of asking what it could allow the business to do differently.

There’s a lot in this conversation for leaders trying to balance what’s working today with what the business will need tomorrow.

What happens when one of the most overlooked parts of the supply chain finally gets a technology upgrade?

In this episode of The Momentum Flow, Luis Solana sits down with Matt Yearling, CEO of YMX Logistics, to explore how AI, automation, computer vision, and electrification are transforming yard operations.

Matt shares why traditional yard management is often still labor-driven, how YMX is building a more intelligent yard operating system, and why the path to automation starts with standardizing and instrumenting operations first.

They also discuss safety, pay-for-performance pricing, electric yard trucks, autonomous operations, and why the yard could represent a significant untapped opportunity for supply chain improvement.

If you’re interested in where AI and physical operations collide, and what the next generation of logistics could look like, this conversation is for you.

What does the future of supply chain leadership look like when AI, technology, and human judgment are all changing at the same time?

In this episode of The Momentum Flow, Luis Solana sits down with Pascal Montilus, Senior Vice President and Chief Supply Chain Officer at The Clorox Company, for a conversation about the evolution of supply chain from an operational function into a strategic driver of growth, innovation, and competitive advantage.

Pascal shares lessons from his journey from mechanical engineering to global supply chain leadership and explains how his definition of “end-to-end” has evolved from optimizing manufacturing to connecting consumer insight, demand, suppliers, customers, and execution across the enterprise.

Luis and Pascal also explore how AI could democratize capabilities across organizations, why technology alone cannot transform a business, and why human judgment becomes even more important as technology advances.

They discuss:

• The evolution of end-to-end supply chain leadership
• AI as a force multiplier for people and organizations
• Why technology must be paired with process and people
• Moving from functional optimization to enterprise-wide decision-making
• Building resilience in an increasingly complex environment
• Digital fluency, financial acumen, and cross-functional leadership
• Why adaptability is becoming an essential leadership capability
• Developing the next generation of supply chain leaders

The big takeaway? Supply chain is no longer simply a function to optimize. It can be a catalyst for what an organization has the potential to become.

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In this episode of The Momentum Flow, Luis Solana sits down with Bjoern Kirchner, Corporate Vice President of Global Supply Chain at Henkel Adhesive Technologies, for a wide-ranging conversation on how technology is reshaping global supply chains and redefining what effective leadership looks like.

Drawing on a career that has taken him across Europe and China, Bjoern reflects on the major technology shifts that have transformed the industry, from ERP systems and external data integration to the rise of artificial intelligence. He also explains why technology alone rarely creates lasting value without the right processes, data quality, governance, culture, and organizational readiness behind it.

Luis and Bjoern explore the difference between digitizing existing work and creating true business transformation, how leaders can balance governance with agility, and why AI will increasingly handle transactional and complex tasks while humans focus on judgment, relationships, stakeholder alignment, and long-term strategic decisions.

They also discuss the leadership capabilities that will matter most in the AI era, including curiosity, resilience, international experience, cross-functional understanding, and the ability to turn technology into better decisions and stronger execution.

This episode is for supply chain leaders, executives, founders, investors, and operators who want to understand not only where AI may create value, but what organizations must do first to capture it.

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What separates companies that simply grow from those that grow profitably?

In this episode of The Momentum Flow, Luis Solana sits down with Chris O'Brien, CEO of Armada Supply Chain Solutions, to explore the leadership principles that drive sustainable growth in today's increasingly complex supply chain landscape.

Drawing on decades of executive leadership and commercial experience, Chris shares how customer obsession, operational excellence, and technology come together to create lasting competitive advantage.

Together, they discuss:

• Why customer obsession is an operating system, not a marketing slogan
• How commercial excellence aligns sales, marketing, and operations
• The leadership mindset required to scale organizations through change
• Where AI and emerging technologies create real business value
• How technology should amplify human judgment, not replace it
• Lessons from leading both public and private organizations
• The future of supply chain innovation and profitable growth

Whether you're an operator, executive, founder, or investor, this conversation offers practical insights on building organizations that are resilient, customer-focused, and prepared for the future.

About Chris O'Brien

Chris O'Brien is the CEO of Armada Supply Chain Solutions. Throughout his career, he has led large-scale commercial organizations, built customer-centric growth strategies, and helped companies transform how they serve customers. His experience spans frontline sales, executive leadership, P&L management, and scaling businesses through innovation and operational excellence.

Connect with Chris

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisobrienchr/
• Armada Supply Chain Solutions: https://www.armada.net/

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In this episode of The Momentum Flow, Luis Solana sits down with Mark Yeager, CEO of Redwood Logistics and former Private Equity Advisor, for a conversation at the intersection of leadership, capital, technology, and execution.

As businesses navigate increasing uncertainty, one question stands out:

What truly creates a sustainable competitive advantage?

Mark shares insights from decades of experience leading organizations in both public and private environments, offering a unique perspective on how ownership structures influence decision-making, innovation, growth, and performance.

Together, they explore:

• Public vs. private company leadership and execution
• Why some companies create enterprise value while others simply grow
• The rise of platform-driven business models
• How capital allocation impacts innovation and speed
• The gap between technology investment and real business outcomes
• AI, digital transformation, and the future of supply chain performance
• What separates high-performing organizations from the rest

One theme emerged throughout the conversation:

The future will not belong to the companies with the most assets.

It will belong to the organizations that can execute consistently, adapt quickly, and orchestrate performance at scale.

Whether you're a founder, executive, investor, operator, or business leader, this episode offers valuable lessons on building enduring competitive advantage in a rapidly changing world.

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What separates companies that survive disruption from those that thrive through it?

In this episode of The Momentum Flow, Luis Solana sits down with Scott DeGroot, Managing Director of the Global Supply Chain Institute at the University of Tennessee and former supply chain executive at Kimberly-Clark.

Scott shares his remarkable journey from hourly warehouse employee to global supply chain leader and discusses how the industry has evolved from focusing on efficiency to prioritizing resilience, adaptability, and strategic decision-making.

They explore:

• Why supply chain resilience matters more than ever
• How AI is transforming planning and decision-making
• The future of integrated business planning (IBP)
• The skills future leaders need to succeed
• Why communication and financial acumen matter as much as technology
• How organizations can build digital ecosystems for competitive advantage
• The role of scenario planning, digital twins, and intelligent control towers

Whether you're a founder, executive, investor, operator, or aspiring leader, this conversation offers valuable lessons on navigating uncertainty and leading through change.

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Mexico is becoming one of the most important strategic hubs in the global economy and supply chain ecosystem. 

In this special Spanish edition of The Momentum Flow, Luis Solana sits down with Javier Zarazua, Director General of JL Nearshoring México and VP Latinoamérica at Tompkins Ventures, to discuss the realities, opportunities, and leadership required to capitalize on the nearshoring movement reshaping global business.

This conversation explores:
 • Nearshoring reality vs. narrative
 • Mexico’s growing strategic advantage
 • Technology and operational execution
 • Supply chain transformation
 • Ecosystem collaboration and leadership
 • The future of manufacturing and innovation in Latin America

More than trends, this episode focuses on execution, connection, and the leaders building momentum across the region.

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