Supply Chain Now

Hannah Kain, President and CEO of ALOM, discusses the future of supply chain with a focus on nearsourcing and local infrastructure, supply chain technology, and the impact of the profession on ESG. The podcast also explores the complexities of the supply chain, increasing globalization, ethical considerations, and sustainability.

Every dollar counts when it comes to supply chain logistics. It’s important to stretch each dollar as far as possible at every point in the supply chain without sacrificing quality. When it comes to final-mile delivery, there are plenty of tools to utilize to ensure you are streamlining operations, including technology that can help keep your costs low, save time, and improve your bottom line.Alexia Smith is the Vice President of Marketing and Sales at Dispatch where she is responsible for the overall health and strategy of the Marketing and Sales teams. In today’s challenging economic conditions, she and her team are working closely with executive leaders to make their final mile spend go as far as possible.In this livestream-based episode, Alexia shares her advice for driving final mile success with hosts Scott Luton and Greg White:• The range of activities and responsibilities included in final mile delivery – that all-important touchpoint with the end consumer• Recent advancements in final mile technology and in-progress innovations that will take it to the next level in the future• How data and automation can be put to work to optimize the delivery processAdditional Links & Resources:Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.comCheck out our new Supply Chain Now Media Kit: https://bit.ly/3emdLcKSubscribe to Supply Chain Now and all other Supply Chain Now programs: https://supplychainnow.com/subscribeJoin the NOW Community: http://bit.ly/41kpUSO2023 Q2 U.S. Bank Freight Payment Index: https://bit.ly/3VuwnIkWEBINAR- Unlocking the Power of Diversification in Last Mile Delivery: A Game-Changing Webinar for Logistics Professionals: https://bit.ly/445N2F2WEBINAR- 3 Proven Strategies to Level-Up Your Business with Walmart: https://bit.ly/3DUpVT5This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Greg White. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/proven-ways-leverage-tech-drive-final-mile-success-1166

In honor of Labor Day, host Scott Luton reflects back on his own related Eureka moment on the power of a good day's work & the responsibility we all have when it comes to the global workforce, in this classic episode from This Week in Business History. Scott also dives into the history of Labor Day, including a few historical notes that might just surprise you.Our team at Supply Chain Now is very grateful to all of the wonderful & talented workers who keep us all moving forward.Additional Links & Resources:Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.comCheck out our new Supply Chain Now Media Kit: https://bit.ly/3emdLcKSubscribe to Supply Chain Now and all other Supply Chain Now programs: https://supplychainnow.com/subscribeJoin the NOW Community: http://bit.ly/41kpUSO2023 Q2 U.S. Bank Freight Payment Index: https://bit.ly/3VuwnIkWEBINAR- Unlocking the Power of Diversification in Last Mile Delivery: A Game-Changing Webinar for Logistics Professionals: https://bit.ly/445N2F2WEBINAR- 3 Proven Strategies to Level-Up Your Business with Walmart: https://bit.ly/3DUpVT5This episode is hosted by Scott Luton. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/history-labor-day-1165

Topics covered in this podcast include the innovations inspired by space travel, cargo bikes as a solution for congestion and emissions in New York City, the United Autoworkers potential labor strike against auto companies, Tyson's closure of chicken processing sites, and the revenue growth of Nvidia due to increased interest in AI.

With so much change in global business, it can hardly come as a surprise that even the concept of "supply chain management" is being redefined out in industry. Effective supply chain management not only propels organizational success, but it also contributes to the creation of a more sustainable world.Matt Spooner is an Industry Thought Leader at Kinaxis – and one of Europe’s top age group Ironman triathletes. Before joining Kinaxis, he held leadership roles at ABB, Gartner, and Ericsson where he developed the depth and breadth of experience he applies in his work today.In this livestream-based episode, Matt shares his perspective about how to chart a path towards a resilient, sustainable, and thriving supply chain future with hosts Scott Luton and Constantine Limberakis:• The concept of “supply chain orchestration” and what it means in practice• How successful supply chain management can make organizations (and therefore the world) more sustainable• His key takeaways from the largest Kinexions event ever, and what excites him most about where the industry is headedAdditional Links & Resources:Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.comCheck out our new Supply Chain Now Media Kit: https://bit.ly/3emdLcKSubscribe to Supply Chain Now and all other Supply Chain Now programs: https://supplychainnow.com/subscribeJoin the NOW Community: http://bit.ly/41kpUSO2023 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Supply Chain Planning: https://bit.ly/3qGLBPE2023 Q2 U.S. Bank Freight Payment Index: https://bit.ly/3VuwnIkWEBINAR- Unlocking the Power of Diversification in Last Mile Delivery: A Game-Changing Webinar for Logistics Professionals: https://bit.ly/445N2F2WEBINAR- 3 Proven Strategies to Level-Up Your Business with Walmart: https://bit.ly/3DUpVT5This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Constantine Limberakis. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/music-ears-power-supply-chain-orchestration-1163

When they said "shoot for the stars," Susan Kilrain took it literally. As one of only three women to pilot a space shuttle, she has broken barriers and opened doors in countless ways. In this Logistics with Purpose crossover episode, and in honor of the recent historical events in India, Kristi and Maureen sit down with Susan to learn about her professional trajectory from the Navy to space and on into motivational speaking, advisory boards, motherhood and more. Find out what it's like to stare down at Earth for the first time, plus get Susan's advice for young dreamers and their parents.Additional Links & Resources:Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.comCheck out our new Supply Chain Now Media Kit: https://bit.ly/3emdLcKSubscribe to Supply Chain Now and all other Supply Chain Now programs: https://supplychainnow.com/subscribeJoin the NOW Community: http://bit.ly/41kpUSO2023 Q2 U.S. Bank Freight Payment Index: https://bit.ly/3VuwnIkWEBINAR- Unlocking the Power of Diversification in Last Mile Delivery: A Game-Changing Webinar for Logistics Professionals: https://bit.ly/445N2F2WEBINAR- 3 Proven Strategies to Level-Up Your Business with Walmart: https://bit.ly/3DUpVT5This episode is hosted by Kristi Porter and Maureen Woolshlager. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/logistics-with-purpose-crossover-how-land-beyond-starts-NASA-astronaut-motivational-speaker-1162

The podcast discusses topics such as sustainable cocoa in Kit Kat bars, supply chain orchestration, Walmart's AI strategy, favorite bacon dishes, the importance of collaboration, and supporting research for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.

Dan Reeve, VP of Sales at Esker, and Morgan Swink from TCU share key findings from the Working Capital Report. They discuss tactics to improve working capital, outcomes after improvement, and macro-level challenges. The hosts also explore the residual effects of COVID-19 on supply chains and highlight the importance of strong supplier relationships.

Constantine Limberakis, an industry expert with an MBA and master's degree in international relations, discusses three top supply chain trends: relations between China and the US, investment in ESG initiatives, and the impact of AI on the workforce. The hosts also talk about their love for Chicago sports teams and the importance of studying history. They address modern slavery and provide resources to combat it. Constantine emphasizes the importance of tracking trends and taking actionable insights.

The Supply Chain Buzz is Supply Chain Now’s regular Monday livestream, held at 12n ET each week. This show focuses on some of the leading stories from global supply chain and global business, always with special guests – the most important of which is the live audience!This week’s edition of The Buzz was a Digital Transformers edition, and it featured hosts Scott Luton and Kevin L. Jackson. In addition to discussing recent news stories, Scott and Kevin shared their favorite business books, including “Chip War” by Chris Miller and “Quitless: The Power of Persistence in Business and Life,” an anthology of insights from some of the most successful entrepreneurs in the world - including Kevin L. Jackson!In this livestream, created in collaboration with a live Supply Chain Now audience, Scott and Kevin discussed:• Why business leaders in the food industry are leaning on digital transformation to enable them to increase accountability, traceability, and visibility in the supply chain• How supply chain managers are investing in digital transformation to help them reduce risk• Why it is important to give as much thought to the information in a company's value chain as the physical goods in its material supply chainAdditional Links & Resources:Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.comCheck out our new Supply Chain Now Media Kit: https://bit.ly/3emdLcKSubscribe to Supply Chain Now and all other Supply Chain Now programs: https://supplychainnow.com/subscribeJoin the NOW Community: http://bit.ly/41kpUSO2023 Q2 U.S. Bank Freight Payment Index: https://bit.ly/3VuwnIkWEBINAR- Unlocking the Power of Diversification in Last Mile Delivery: A Game-Changing Webinar for Logistics Professionals: https://bit.ly/445N2F2WEBINAR- 3 Proven Strategies to Level-Up Your Business with Walmart: https://bit.ly/3DUpVT5This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Kevin L. Jackson. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/supply-chain-buzz-digital-transformers-edition-1158