Everyday AI Podcast – An AI and ChatGPT Podcast EP 467: Transforming Supply Chains with AI - What’s happening now and what’s next
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Feb 21, 2025 
Julian Harris, CEO of RoboBuy, a global supply chain analytics platform, discusses the transformative impact of AI on supply chains. He explores how generative AI is revolutionizing procurement and logistics, while addressing challenges like data quality and management. The discussion touches on fierce competition among tech giants in AI robotics and how automation is reshaping traditional supply chain processes. Harris emphasizes the need for better data management and highlights future implications of AI for efficiency and potential disruptions.
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RoboBuy's Role
- RoboBuy helps large companies like Coca-Cola and MasterCard analyze their spending data from multiple ERP systems.
- One client had 43 different ERP systems, making it difficult to get a clear view of their spending.
Generative AI's Impact and Confusion
- Generative AI's rise has caused confusion among clients who believe tools like ChatGPT can instantly solve complex supply chain problems.
- Traditional AI algorithms, while effective, are being overshadowed by the hype around generative AI.
Supply Chain Transparency
- Supply chain transparency is crucial, especially understanding the full chain of suppliers.
- Large language models are being used to analyze complex supply chains and identify potential risks like child labor.