Outro

In today's episode of Supply Chain Now, we dig into the imperative nature of supply chain transformation in the current global landscape, characterized by incessant change and complexity. Welcome to The Buzz, powered by EasyPost!

Today, hosts Scott Luton and Jake Barr welcome special guests Pierre Abou Hamad, Managing Partner USA with Citwell, Inc., and Koray Kose, Founder and Chief Analyst with Kose Advisory. The conversation includes:

• The multifaceted challenges faced by supply chain leaders, particularly in the context of heightened geopolitical tensions and evolving market demands
• Critical insights from industry leaders, who stress the necessity of embracing innovation and adaptability as key strategies for navigating these turbulent times
• The importance of effective communication and the cultivation of a resilient organizational culture that fosters continuous improvement.
• Tariff impact on coffee prices

Join us as we embark on this exploration, and reflect on the profound implications of these discussions for the future of supply chain management.

Additional Links & Resources:

• With That Said: https://bit.ly/4nmrLBy 
• EasyPost: www.easypost.com
• Supply Chain Dive on coffee prices: https://bit.ly/CoffeePricesUp
• Ideology Versus Pragmatism: Choosing A Side In The Supply Chain Wars: https://bit.ly/SupplyChainWars
• Pierre Abou Hamad on USS Cassin Young: https://bit.ly/DestroyerAndSupplyChain
• EasyPost’s Advanced Tracking: https://get.easypost.com/advanced-tracking 
• Pierre on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pierre-abou-hamad/
• Koray on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/koraykoese/
• The Bridge Webinar: https://event.on24.com/wcc/r/5090303/21DFF09E74113F3ED3821921E9F2CD2D
• Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.com
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This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Jake Barr and produced by Trisha Cordes, Joshua Miranda, and Amanda Luton. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/buzz-new-era-geopolitical-challenges-1485