
The SupplyChainBrain Podcast
The SupplyChainBrain Podcast features in-depth conversations with industry practitioners, academics, consultants and other experts on every aspect of supply-chain management and international trade. Available for streaming or downloading.
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Sep 6, 2024 • 22min
Closing the Gap Between Supply Chain Strategy and Execution
Delve into the gap between supply chain strategy and execution, focusing on the role of automation and human resources. Explore the ongoing challenges post-COVID, emphasizing the need for strategic alignment and effective communication. Discover how technology should adapt to diverse operational needs rather than fit a one-size-fits-all approach. The importance of empowering frontline workers for successful tech adoption is highlighted. Continuous monitoring and engagement with performance metrics are vital for ongoing improvement and operational optimization.

Aug 23, 2024 • 21min
The Parcel Shipping Headaches That Never Go Away
Forget about those rare Black Swans and unexpected supply chain disruptions. In parcel shipping, certain headaches are a constant.

Aug 16, 2024 • 25min
‘X-Shoring’: Fact and Fiction
Are manufacturers engaged in a mass exodus from China? And if so, where are they going?

Aug 9, 2024 • 20min
The Road to Wellness: Addressing the Issue of Truck Driver Obesity
What can truck drivers do to embrace a healthier lifestyle?

Aug 2, 2024 • 20min
The Latest Plague: A Huge Increase in Supply Chain Cyberattacks
The occurrence of cyberattacks on global supply chains is hardly news. But their frequency might come as a surprise.

Jul 26, 2024 • 23min
An Urgent Call for a Domestically Sourced Biomanufacturing Supply Chain
The U.S. can’t have a vibrant “bio-based” manufacturing sector without an equally strong source of domestic materials to support it.

Jul 19, 2024 • 23min
The Short Shelf Life of Electronic Components in A&D
How do we solve the problem of obsolete electronic components in the aviation and defense industry?

Jul 12, 2024 • 22min
Busted! Detecting Chinese Cotton Made With Forced Labor
We haven’t stopped the importation of cotton produced in China with the use of forced labor.

Jun 28, 2024 • 20min
The Drug Supply Chain Security Act: The Deadline Is Near
Time is running out for the healthcare supply chain to fully comply with the Drug Supply Chain Security Act.

Jun 21, 2024 • 22min
Do Humanoid Robots Make Sense in a Warehouse?
Are robots that are modeled after the human form the best choice for warehouse operations?
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