Jill Standish & Laurence Brenig-Jones join Sarah Godet of RELEX to discuss collaboration; surge buying and social media; & balancing cost with service.
[05.37] An introduction to today’s guests, Jill Standish of Accenture and Laurence Brenig-Jones of RELEX, and their roles.
[07.20] An overview of an upcoming RELEX report, surveying retail and CPG leaders, that details the industry’s main challenges, opportunities and investment areas; and Jill and Laurence’s reactions to the initial findings.
[10.58] Sarah, Jill and Laurence reflect on the rise in surge buying and the role of social media; how companies are starting to tackle these changes; and how the rise of generative AI fits in.
[28.04] The guests reflect on the power of collaboration between supply chain partners and retailers; the growing importance of joint forecasting; and the impact this collaborative transparency can have on businesses, and the industry.
Dave Cox of Polaris Transportation Group talks about embracing change; the importance of relationships; cross-border complexity; & the power of digitization.
[06.38] How Polaris Transportation Group was founded 30 years ago, and the ups and downs of entrepreneurship.
[07.38] An overview of Polaris – what they do, and how they help their customers.
[08.58] The ideal client for Polaris.
[10.30] A closer look at how Polaris has expanded over the years, and the mindset at the forefront of that growth.
[12.51] The importance of embracing change; and the challenges and priorities Polaris are seeing across the industry right now.
[16.27] Polaris’ cross border services; the complex challenges in cross-border trade; the importance of digitization and strong relationships; and how these elements come together to deliver great experiences for Polaris customers.
[19.48] A closer look at Polaris’ supply chain solutions, and how Polaris is utilizing transparency and honest communication to move beyond a “we’ve always done it that way” approach and deliver solutions that work.
[24.10] How consolidation can help businesses achieve better supply chain design and planning.
[26.07] Polaris’ progressive approach to tech, and how their digital transformation journey has helped Polaris scale and better serve their customers.
[33.11] Why Polaris launched the Larry Cox Academy, and the impact it’s having on the brand, and the supply chain community.
[37.47] From increasing cross-border business to a focus on sustainability, what to look out for in 2024; and the future for Polaris.
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In this episode of the #LetsTalkSupplyChain Podcast, we discuss:
[07.11] The early years of Pam’s career, and what she learned along the way.
[09.23] Why Pam moved to Brazil, and how she tackled the challenges of living in a new country head-on.
[14.06] How a chance encounter led Pam to produce the very first Entrepreneur Week in Brazil and launch the Latam Founders Awards, which went on to become known as the ‘Oscars for Technology in Latin America.’
[18.21] The importance of breaking down the barriers between the corporate world and disruptive start-ups, and Pam’s advice for budding entrepreneurs looking to take the next step.
[22.27] Why Pam embraced a global lifestyle, moving from Rio de Janeiro to San Paulo, and ultimately to Miami to join Lab Ventures.
[25.58] How Pam’s ‘Future Of’ event series was acquired and became Manifest, and a closer look at the challenge of producing the very first event during a global pandemic.
[29.01] From sponsorship to speaking topics, a peek behind the scenes of producing an event like Manifest.
[33.23] What we can expect from the future of Manifest, as it gets bigger and better each year.
[35.41] Why Pam is so passionate about bringing people together, and her advice for people or businesses seeking that connection.
[40.11] How Pam approaches the all-important work/life balance; why incorporating time for yourself and your loved ones is vital; and a glimpse into what downtime looks like for her.
[47.01] Pam’s advice for all those looking to follow in her footsteps.
[48.26] The future for Pam.
Plus, Pamela Simon tells us all about her career journey; global travel; embracing connections; and how her event series became the biggest name in supply chain events.
Karin Bursa joins Christine Barnhart to launch Supply Chain Unfiltered & talk about industry challenges, bad ERPs & the importance of interoperability.
[09.25] An introduction to Karin Bursa, her long-time friendship with Christine, and her passion for supply chain tech.
“I had a practitioner background, and I saw the opportunity for technology to make every day a little bit better… I wanted to be part of helping many companies, not just one, do that – and fell in love with supply chain technology!”
[13.15] From innovation and challenges to geopolitical disruption, Karin and Christine discuss the current landscape of supply chain.
“It’s a great time to be in supply chain! If you want to make an impact, you’re in the right domain.”
“There’s some really cool stuff happening, but we have to get out of our own way. The biggest barrier to automation, innovation, visibility – is something called spreadsheets!”
[20.36] An audience poll: “who’s company is currently doing an ERP upgrade?”, and Christine’s reflections on what she sees in the industry when it comes to ERP’s.
“ERP’s were built to show the state of the system today – they weren’t intended to plan the business for the future.”
[22.34] What interoperability means to Karin; how it brings trading partners together; why it needs to facilitate the interpretation of data, as well as just data exchange; and the growing importance of supply chain planning.
“We’ve been talking about ecosystem collaboration since the early 2000’s, it’s not a new idea. But the technology to do it is so much better today.”
If you enjoyed this episode and want to hear more from Christine, check out 380: Women in Supply Chain, Christine Barnhart or 328: Blended – Breaking the Class Ceiling.
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The panel discusses bias - where it comes from; how we call it out; the process of learning and unlearning; the impact of titles; & the top 5 workplaces biases.
Ryan Petersen talks about his entrepreneurial journey; the changes behind the scenes at Flexport; and what we can expect from them and the industry in 2024.
[06.30] Ryan’s incredible founder journey, and the ‘why’ behind building Flexport.
[09.17] How Ryan sold #logistics tech as an investment opportunity, bringing interest to the industry and raising over $2 billion worth of investment for Flexport to date.
[11.27] The role of the press in the ups and downs of Flexport’s history; Ryan’s approach to publicity; and his proactive approach to using marketing to bring transparency to the industry.
[14.47] From #acquisitions to internal re-structuring, a closer look at the big changes that have happened behind the scenes at Flexport over the last year.
[18.21] Why Flexport acquired Shopify Logistics, and how it fits into Ryan’s vision for the future – particularly when it comes to growth and data.
[25.45] The reason for the recent staff layoffs at Flexport, and why Ryan isn’t interested in bad press. [27.54] Why Flexport acquired technology from Convoy, and exactly how that #technology will enhance Flexport’s offering.
[33.52] From ongoing disruption on the Red Sea to #sustainability issues, what we can expect from the industry in 2024 and how it’s impacting business.
[41.33] How Flexport is successfully utilizing different forms of #ai; why that success has been a decade in the making; and how Ryan plans to use AI in the future.
[51.51] Flexport’s plans for 2024 with Ryan back in the role of CEO.
Lisa Dolan talks about her 26 year tenure at ALOM; how the industry has changed and the emerging trends to look out for; and why supply chain needs a re-brand.
[08.36] Lisa’s career journey, and how her spirit of adventure led her from IT to manufacturing and supply chain.
[09.58] An overview of ALOM and what they do; and the forward-thinking woman in supply chain that led Lisa to becoming one of the founding employees of ALOM 26 years ago.
[15.15] Lisa’s 26-year career at ALOM, the different ways she’s touched the business, and her current role.
[17.29] The many and varied ways that the industry has changed throughout Lisa’s career so far. [
23.51] From demand planning and inventory to #AI, the trends to look out for in 2024.
[28.43] The varied job roles within supply chain, and why it’s so important to spread the word that there is a place for women in the #industry.
[31.17] Lisa’s advice for women looking to build a career in supply chain.
[34.10] Lisa’s advice to organizations that claim to struggle when it comes to finding female, or other diverse, voices for events and speaking #opportunities.
[39.29] The personal and professional #achievements that have defined Lisa’s life and career.
[43.13] The future for Lisa.
Yifat Baror & Padhu Raman of Osa Commerce talk about AI & data; the importance of collaboration, connectivity & communication; & the challenges with visibility.
[07.11] An introduction to Yifat and Padhu, their backgrounds, and the experience they bring to Osa.
[08.36] An introduction to Osa Commerce, what they do, and how they help their customers.
[09.10] Why so many organizations are still struggling to achieve #visibility over their supply chains.
[10.21] Why supply chain organizations are allegedly spending 3.1 trillion dollars on bad data, and how Osa is tackling those challenges by creating collaborative and connected environments for their clients.
[11.46] From the difference between #proprietary and third-party data to accuracy, the biggest challenges with AI right now.
[13.05] The importance of #connectivity, and why so many organizations don’t understand that it’s actually their first step to success.
[14.03] The current concerns around #cybersecurity and organizations having too many systems at play, and how brands can tackle those issues by improving #integrations and controlling visibility.
[15.35] What communication means to Osa, and its role as one of the all-important "three C's."
[17.00] The importance of collaboration, and how #technology can help to ensure success.
[18.12] How AI connects the "three C’s" – connectivity, communication, and #collaboration – and drives success.
[18.52] The current challenges within #e-commerce, where collaborative visibility fits in, and how it can help solve key issues around demand forecasting, last mile, and inventory. [
20.46] A case study showing how Osa helped a large furniture retailer with real-time tracking across the product journey, reducing cost, increasing revenue and ultimately improving the customer experience by 65%.
[23.06] From efficiency to resilience, what organizations should be thinking about in 2024.
[23.54] The future for Osa.
Peter Cyr of OneRail talks about the final mile, its evolution, diversifying carrier networks, & how OneRail are helping customers to achieve 100% visibility.
[07.05] An introduction to Peter, his background, and the transition that led him to #logistics technology.
[08.44] An overview of OneRail, what they do, and how they help their customers.
[09.06] The evolution of the final mile, and the three core factors that have helped to lead the industry to where it is now.
[10.28] With research showing that most supply chain teams have only 6% visibility over their supply chains, the risks inherent in a lack of #visibility, and how the final mile is helping to move the needle.
[11.10] What the final mile looks like now, what customers are demanding from retailers, and how those demands are shaping operational #strategies.
[13.10] The different options available to customers, and why the big and bulky category is changing the last mile game.
[14.46] How organizations should be evaluating their #partnerships and the importance of bringing all groups together in one universal conversation.
[15.37] The changing landscape of capacity and demand, and how OneRail can help customers to flex.
[16.58] The importance of diversifying your carrier networks, and finding the right mix, when it comes to mitigating risk and gaining greater control and visibility over the final mile.
[18.51] A case study showing how OneRail helped a key client with their on-demand offering, developing a new SLA around a challenging one-hour delivery need.
[19.59] Peter’s advice for businesses looking to work on their final mile for 2024, and how OneRail works with customers to grow #sustainably together.
[21.52] What 2024 is going to bring for the final mile, and the #trends to look out for.
[22.57] The future for OneRail.
[23.53] The big topic that will be top of mind for supply chain professionals in 2024.
The panel discusses preference vs. bias; the differences; the impacts; and the ways that we can tackle bias in ourselves and within our communities.
John Delligatti of SDI talks about data challenges, digital transformation, understanding KPI's and why SDI created its ZEUS Supply Chain Analytics
08.10] An introduction to John, his role at SDI, and a reminder of what SDI does and how they help their customers.
[10.04] Some of the main challenges in supply chain data and why, as an industry, we may be making more progress than we think. [
15.14] An overview of SDI’s Zeus technology, how it tackles some of the industry’s key challenges to give organizations power over their supply chains, and what makes it so different from other #technologies.
[25.38] Why the ZEUS Supply Chain Analytics Guidebook is for all supply chainers, not just data analysts.
[26.44] How a site manager should use the ZEUS Supply Chain Analytics Guidebook to enhance their job function and utilize the insights inside.
[30.04] The importance of determining and setting relevant and meaningful #KPIs, and how the ZEUS Supply Chain Analytics Guidebook can help organizations on that journey.
[36.02] How the ZEUS Supply Chain Analytics Guidebook can help organizations understand what’s important and act on those priorities.
[38.53] The problem with digital transformation, and how resources like the ZEUS Supply Chain Analytics Guidebook can help to bridge the gap, lay the groundwork for success, and equip businesses with knowledge they can understand and action.
[44.41] How a #procurement professional could use the ZEUS Supply Chain Analytics Guidebook to help train staff and reference best practices.
[46.26] The future for SDI.
Dave Shrager of GAINS debunks supply chain myths & talks about the disconnect between tech & results, continuous change & why businesses need to find their why.
[07.13] An introduction to Dave, his background, and his role at GAINS.
[09.06] Why many organizations are still struggling when it comes to investing in technology, and the ongoing challenge of finding the ‘why’.
[11.09] A recent report claims that 83% of executives say their supply chain tech investments haven’t delivered the expected results; the disconnect between the technology available on the market and the outcomes it delivers; and why vendors have to share the blame.
[15.09] The challenges of complex testing environments for smaller businesses; the importance of changing mindsets when it comes to transformation and what it means for your business; and why every organization needs to come back to the ‘why’.
[20.14] Debunking ‘truths’ that supply chain professionals hold dear – from ‘desperately seeking certainty’ and why there are no right answers, to whether or not any company has just one supply chain and why all businesses deserve world-class software.
[30.28] What decision engineering and composability mean, and how GAINS are using these concepts to help clients.
[35.06] How the right technology can help with effective inventory management and provide a competitive advantage.
[37.04] Why GAINS is equipped to lead the market in a new direction, and the importance of combining tribal knowledge with new innovation in business.
[44.52] From making a difference to pursuing success, what Dave is excited about for 2024.
Carmit Glik talks about swapping the corporate world for start-ups; leveling the playing field for SME’s; and how motherhood makes her a better leader.
[08.37] Carmit’s career journey and how she found supply chain.
[12.04] An introduction to Ship4wd, Carmit’s role as CEO, and the brand's mission to level the playing field for SMEs.
[13.38] The day-to-day challenges faced by small businesses, and how Ship4wd is leveraging #technology and customer service to help solve those issues.
[22.06] Why Carmit transitioned from a large corporate to a small #tech brand, the differences and similarities between the two worlds, and why she’s so passionate about helping to create access and opportunity for SMEs.
[26.16] Why Carmit chose to embrace global travel as part of her career, and how it’s changed her personally and professionally.
[31.22] Carmit’s passion for supply chain, why it’s such a good career choice for young people, and her advice for anyone looking to enter the industry.
[34.26] The #challenges that Carmit faced as a woman in supply chain, and her approach to overcoming them.
[37.17] Carmit’s approach to work/life balance, and how becoming a mother has brought her professional success as well as personal fulfillment.
[41.22] The career highlights and achievements that Carmit is most proud of.
[44.23] The future for Carmit.
Igor Chigrin of Win Global discusses his DroneShip Project; its impact on sustainability; global transportation challenges; & the untapped potential in trade.
[06.35] An introduction to Igor, his background, and how he came to establish Win Global.
[09.01] An overview of Win Global – who they are, what they do, and how they help their clients.
[11.45] The ideal client for Win Global.
[12.13] An introduction to the DroneShip Project, and its objectives for the industry.
[15.27] How Igor pitched DroneShip, and secured #collaboration and funding from the University of Toronto and the Canadian Government, to turn his #innovative idea into reality.
[18.47] From safety and AI to fuel, a closer look at how DroneShip technology will work.
[22.14] An overview of the current, and historic, issues and challenges faced by the international #transportation industry. [
25.56] The opportunities, and untapped market potential, within the international transportation industry.
[27.55] How DroneShip technology will start to address the present-day transportation systems inefficiencies and open up a brand new market of #trade and travel for those who, previously, simply couldn’t afford it.
[36.49] The huge environmental impact of supply chain, and the potential that DroneShip technology has to #revolutionize global #sustainability.
[39.36] From freight forwarding to firefighting, the unique and varied applications for DroneShip.
[41.51] The future for DroneShip, and how organizations can get involved with fundraising and use cases testing.
Audrey Ross and Sarah Barnes-Humphrey talk about New Year disruptions; high-tech wearables; sustainable resolutions; and how trade finance can empower women.
The panel discusses doing good - personal vs corporate responsibility; the line between people and profit; & how organizations can create a positive impact.
Jeff Metersky talks about decisioning; the risks in using your gut; embracing a VUCA world; and why GAINS is putting a focus on configuration and optimization.
[06.35] An introduction to Igor, his background, and how he came to establish Win Global.
[09.01] An overview of Win Global – who they are, what they do, and how they help their clients.
[11.45] The ideal client for Win Global.
[12.13] An introduction to the DroneShip Project, and its objectives for the industry.
[15.27] How Igor pitched DroneShip, and secured #collaboration and funding from the University of Toronto and the Canadian Government, to turn his #innovative idea into reality.
[18.47] From safety and AI to fuel, a closer look at how DroneShip technology will work.
[22.14] An overview of the current, and historic, issues and challenges faced by the international #transportation industry.
[25.56] The opportunities, and untapped market potential, within the international transportation industry.
[27.55] How DroneShip technology will start to address the present-day transportation systems inefficiencies and open up a brand new market of #trade and travel for those who, previously, simply couldn’t afford it.
[36.49] The huge environmental impact of supply chain, and the potential that DroneShip technology has to #revolutionize global #sustainability.
[39.36] From freight forwarding to firefighting, the unique and varied applications for DroneShip.
[41.51] The future for DroneShip, and how organizations can get involved with fundraising and use cases testing.
Marina Mayer, Katie Date & Jo Ann Dizy discuss money - why women need to stop working for free; their iniatives for change; & the importance of collaboration.
[07.42] An introduction to today’s guests Marina Mayer, Katie Date, and Jo Ann Dizy.
[08.47] Why Katie founded the MIT Women in Supply Chain Initiative; the impact it’s had; and how she learned the importance of conversation and connection.
[13.17] Jo Ann discusses her ‘Growth Circles’ initiative; its role in industries with few women; and the importance of creating supportive communities.
[16.32] Marina’s experience of launching the Women in Supply Chain awards and forum; and what she’s learned along the way.
[19.48] Why Sarah launched the Women in Supply Chain podcast and blog series; how it has inspired women in the industry; and why those experiences led to the creation of The Secret Society of Supply Chain.
[22.22] The group discusses whether women are their own worst enemies, and highlight the urgent need for greater collaboration between women.
[28.56] The panel discusses whether or not women support each other enough; the myths and stereotypes around women; and how organizations and individuals can create more opportunities for women and celebrate their accomplishments.
[36.42] The group reflects on why money is often a taboo subject for women and the importance of being vulnerable.
[42.04] The panel discusses why women work for free; the dangers of undermining and devaluing women’s contributions; and the difference between volunteering for non-profits and working for free for for-profits.
[49.27] The group reflects on the importance of setting an expectation when it comes to paying women fairly; the pay gap consequences of working for free; and the importance of negotiation.
[54.46] From making recommendations to engaging on social media, the group discusses what we can all do to support women in the industry and move the needle.
[01.00.43] The panel put the spotlight on a selection of resources and key groups that are making an impact on women.
[01.03.46] The group sums up their thoughts and key takeaways from the discussion.
Katie Malakhov & Alex Jobin talk about RELEX; the current challenges in retail supply chain; and putting sustainability at the heart of everything they do.
[06.42] An introduction to Alex and Katie.
[07.16] Katie’s recent "Women In Supply Chain" award, her experience of the awards event, and what it means to her to be honored.
[08.30] Katie’s background, and how she found supply chain.
[10.00] Katie’s experience as a woman in the industry.
[12.10] From mentorship to a dedicated women’s program, the different ways that RELEX supports women and elevates their voices.
[13.48] Alex’s experience of working with Katie, and benefitting from her #mentorship
[14.39] Katie’s advice for women in the industry, and for organizations looking to create more supportive, #diverse workplaces.
[18.29] The landscape of retail supply chain, and the challenges that organizations are facing across the industry.
[20.30] An introduction to RELEX and what they do.
[21.48] A closer look at RELEX’s demand planning #software, and how it’s creating impactful results for clients.
[23.46] How RELEX’s fulfilment solution supports and enhances demand planning. [27.43] The ideal client for RELEX.
[29.24] A case study showing how RELEX helped a large European grocer maintain stock availability and ease the burden for overworked staff, by achieving a 24% reduction in food waste and helping analysts to become 30% more efficient.
[31.37] The environmental impact of #retail supply chain, and the importance of sustainability.
[34.21] The future for RELEX.
Ashley Yentz talks about failed 2023 predictions; supply chain complexity; visibility, agility & planning; cybersecurity; & why AI is only as good as your data.
The panel discusses cancel culture; how and why it's changed; the role of social media; & what organizations can do to tackle it and create thriving workplaces.
Christine Barnhart talks about her supply chain journey; how women promote themselves & support each other; finding her voice; & the power of building a tribe.
[06.42] An introduction to Alex and Katie.
[07.16] Katie’s recent "Women In Supply Chain" award, her experience of the awards event, and what it means to her to be honored.
[08.30] Katie’s background, and how she found supply chain.
[10.00] Katie’s experience as a woman in the industry.
[12.10] From mentorship to a dedicated women’s program, the different ways that RELEX supports women and elevates their voices.
[13.48] Alex’s experience of working with Katie, and benefitting from her #mentorship [
14.39] Katie’s advice for women in the industry, and for organizations looking to create more supportive, #diverse workplaces.
[18.29] The landscape of retail supply chain, and the challenges that organizations are facing across the industry.
[20.30] An introduction to RELEX and what they do.
[21.48] A closer look at RELEX’s demand planning #software, and how it’s creating impactful results for clients.
[23.46] How RELEX’s fulfilment solution supports and enhances demand planning. [27.43] The ideal client for RELEX.
[29.24] A case study showing how RELEX helped a large European grocer maintain stock availability and ease the burden for overworked staff, by achieving a 24% reduction in food waste and helping analysts to become 30% more efficient.
[31.37] The environmental impact of #retail supply chain, and the importance of sustainability.
[34.21] The future for RELEX.
Travis Barnier talks about DrayMaster; managing limited freight in a competitive market; building stronger relationships; and effective rate management.
[06.53] An introduction to Travis, his experience in the #drayage industry, and his journey with DrayMaster.
[09.34] An overview of DrayMaster – what they do and how they help their customers. \
[10.33] The ideal clients for DrayMaster.
[13.23] An overview of the market, as we look towards 2024, and the landscape for both truckers and 3PL’s.
[17.03] The unique challenges faced by both truckers and 3PL’s, in a competitive market.
[20.39] A closer look at how organizations can tackle industry challenges, finding the right solutions that also start to unlock opportunities.
[22.27] A closer look at how DrayMaster works, and how both truckers and 3PL’s can utilize their solutions.
[26.42] The importance of #collaboration, and how DrayMaster is bringing organizations together to build more effective working partnerships.
[29.33] From #technology and agility to data and #collaboration, the benefits of working with DrayMaster.
[32.58] Two case studies show how DrayMaster helped a trucking brand and global forwarder to solve their challenges, and drastically reduce rate reduction requests and invoice discrepancies, resulting in big cost and time savings.
[38.13] The future for DrayMaster.
Cris Ferregur talks about SDI; predicting demand in an unpredictable world; the power of data; & finding the balance between new technologies & legacy systems.
[06.05] An introduction to Chris, and his journey with SDI.
[06.40] A closer look at current supply chain challenges, and what SDI are seeing with their clients.
[07.41] Common data challenges, and the importance of good data in telling an organization’s ‘story’ in their supply chain.
[09.48] An overview of SDI – what they do and how they help their customers.
[14.04] The ideal client for SDI.
[15.29] How the landscape of just-in-time, just-in-case, and inventory management changed, from pre to post-pandemic; predicting demand in an unpredictable world; and how SDI’s Zeus software is helping clients move from a reactive to a proactive approach when it comes to FM and MRO supply chain.
[19.30] SDI’s advanced data analytics, and how they are driving #actionableinsights and #visibility for customers, in order to de-risk supply chains and make big cost savings.
[23.05] A closer look at SDI’s #risk assessment service, and how organizations can use those learnings to transform their supply chains.
[26.06] A case study showing how SDI helped their client, one of the world’s largest retailers, to improve #visibility and #efficiency, maximize project completion, and save time and cost, with the implementation of an integrated mobile platform.
[31.52] The importance of taking a ‘progress over perfection’ approach, and how organizations can find the balance between new #technologies with legacy systems.
[34.28] What #onboarding and #integration looks like with SDI.
[37.06] The future for SDI.
Dyci Sfregola & Hope White discuss how AI is changing the game for supply chain sustainability & how the right technology will improve your supply chain.