Dan Swan

Dan Swan, a leader in McKinsey's operations practice, and Knut Alicke, a McKinsey partner, share insights on building resilient supply chains in today's unpredictable landscape. They discuss the importance of adapting talent strategies to labor market challenges and the need for proactive measures like scenario planning. The impact of rising inflation on supply chains is also examined, highlighting cost allocation and regional price disparities. Additionally, they stress the significance of flexibility and sustainability in supply chain strategies for long-term success.

Dan Swan and Ruth Heuss, senior partners at McKinsey, delve into the future of operations. They discuss how companies can empower their workforce to adapt to ongoing change, citing generative AI and sustainable supply chains as key tools. The duo emphasizes the need for collaboration between COOs and CIOs to optimize organizational efficiency. They also tackle the challenges of securing support for technology investments and highlight the importance of integrating frontline input in transformation initiatives for enhanced productivity.