Supply Chain Now The Buzz: What’s Next for Global Supply Chains — From AI to Manifest 2026
The future of supply chain is accelerating, and today hosts Scott Luton and Kevin L. Jackson are unpacking the innovations and investments transforming the industry. From AI-driven visibility to the “zero distance” strategy by GE Appliances, this episode dives deep into what’s next for supply chain leaders. Welcome to The Buzz, powered by OMP!
Scott and Kevin are joined by Pam Simon, Conference Chair and EVP of Programming at Manifest, to explore how technology, leadership, and collaboration are driving a smarter, more resilient supply chain ecosystem.
Together, they discuss:
- How Steph Curry’s investment in the AI-powered startup Burnt is redefining the intersection of supply chain and the food industry
- GE Appliances’ zero-distance supply chain initiative and its impact on efficiency, technology adoption, and reshoring
- The rising influence of artificial intelligence in e-commerce, predictive analytics, and logistics optimization
- New features coming to Manifest 2026 in Las Vegas, including a dedicated procurement stage and expanded cold chain focus
- Why real-time visibility and autonomous systems are key to future-ready supply chains
Listen in as Scott, Kevin, and Pam unpack the trends shaping 2026 and beyond — and share how today’s leaders can stay agile, connected, and innovative in a rapidly changing world.
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- Steph Curry & Burnt: https://tcrn.ch/4r9pOus
- Manifest Vegas 2026: https://bit.ly/ManifestSCN
- Connect with Pam Simon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pgranoff4/
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This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Kevin L. Jackson, and produced by Trisha Cordes, Joshua Miranda, and Amanda Luton. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/buzz-next-global-supply-chains-ai-manifest-2026-1509