The SupplyChainBrain Podcast
Bob Bowman
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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Mar 8, 2024 • 23min
Solving the Deadly Problem of Distracted Driving
Technology is the major reason behind distracted driving. Is it also the solution?
Mar 1, 2024 • 20min
A Failing Grade on Ending Forced Labor in Apparel Supply Chains
A new report card on forced labor in apparel supply chains gives brands and manufacturers mostly failing grades in their efforts to put a stop to it.
Feb 23, 2024 • 22min
Connecting the Dots: The Role of the Modern-Day Warehouse Execution System
A typical warehouse consists of multiple information systems. How do they work together smoothly?
Feb 16, 2024 • 22min
Can Mexico Live Up to Its Potential as a Nearshoring Hub?
As manufacturers look to shift production to North American, Mexico appears to hold all the cards. But is there a joker or two in the deck?
Feb 9, 2024 • 23min
‘Built to Fail’: Why Construction Projects Take Too Long, Cost Too Much
How often does a major construction project come in on time and on budget? Why is the answer “hardly ever”?
Feb 2, 2024 • 21min
The Quest for a Zero-Waste Supply Chain
Most organizations still have a long way to go before they can declare their supply chains to be “zero waste.”
Jan 26, 2024 • 21min
Protecting Digital Supply Chains From Cyberattack
For all its advantages, the digitization of supply chains has one disconcerting drawback: It makes them more vulnerable to hackers and cyber thieves.
Jan 19, 2024 • 22min
Who’s Really Paying for Tariffs on Imports of Chinese Goods?
Tariffs on Chinese importers are a response to that nation’s unfair trade practices. But who’s footing the bill?
Jan 12, 2024 • 18min
How Do We Eliminate Modern-Day Slavery in Supply Chains?
Think slavery in global supply chains is a thing of the past? Think again.
Jan 5, 2024 • 20min
Got a Product Recall? Call Procurement
Beyond finding the right suppliers, procurement’s main mission back in the day was to save the company money. Oh, for simpler times.
