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The future of energy is changing fast — and Schneider Electric is leading the way. In this episode of Supply Chain Now, Scott Luton reflects on the recent Schneider Electric Innovation Summit North America 2025 in Las Vegas, where 2,500+ leaders gathered to tackle skyrocketing energy demand, AI-driven power consumption, and the urgent need to modernize our grid. Listen in as Scott shares his top takeaways — the why, the what, and the so what — including: How AI is driving massive new energy needs Schneider Electric’s breakthroughs in electrification, automation & digital intelligence Why energy efficiency is quickly becoming much more than a competitive advantage Discover why Schneider Electric is the trusted energy technology partner shaping the future.   This episode is hosted by Scott Luton, and produced by Trisha Cordes, Joshua Miranda, and Amanda Luton.   Additional Links & Resources Check out all the great resources and information mentioned during the show: Learn more about Schneider Electric Learn more about our hosts Want more Supply Chain Now? We know you can’t get enough Supply Chain Now! Don’t miss a single episode, livestream, or webinar: Watch and listen to more Supply Chain Now episodes here Subscribe to Supply Chain…

In this inspiring episode of Logistics with Purpose®, presented by Vector Global Logistics in partnership with Supply Chain Now, hosts Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter sit down with world-renowned artist and technologist Drue Kataoka. As CEO of Drue Kataoka Art Studios in Silicon Valley, Drue blends art, science, meditation, and emerging technologies to create visionary works that span more than 30 countries—including several pieces sent to space. Drue shares how her Zen and Samurai heritage shapes her approach to creativity, the power of meditation, and why building a strong “vision muscle” is essential in today’s fast-moving visual AI landscape. She also reveals how art and logistics overlap in their shared mission to orchestrate complexity, purpose, and innovation. Throughout the conversation, Drue reflects on: Her multidisciplinary education at Stanford, Harvard, and Yale Her work with Space for Humanity and creating art for space missions The story behind her iconic piece, “Vitruvian Woman”, and its message of modern inclusivity How artists can embrace AI rather than fear it The balance between consuming and creating—and how it drives productivity Her global speaking work with the World Economic Forum If you’re passionate about creativity, innovation, technology, or purpose-driven impact—this episode is packed with insights…

Supply chain planning is undergoing a profound shift in a landscape shaped by rising geopolitical pressure, accelerating disruption cycles, and unprecedented investment in AI. Organizations are being pushed to deliver growth while navigating higher volatility, tighter margins, and increased expectations for speed and adaptability. In this episode of Supply Chain Now, Scott Luton is joined by special guest host Mike Griswold, Vice President Analyst at Gartner, and Noha Samara, Senior Director, Global Supply Chain at Gartner. Noha draws on her cross-industry experience from manufacturing and consumer goods to high tech to explore how planners can better connect strategy, ecosystems, and technology to meet the demands of 2025 and beyond. Scott, Mike, and Noha unpack the four essentials for elevating planning performance: aligning planning strategy with business priorities, collaborating across extended supply networks, defining a precise and targeted role for AI, and equipping people with the skills and confidence to lead through change. They also spotlight insights from the Gartner Supply Chain Planning Summit, including the skills planners need, the expanding relevance of CPFR, and why the future of planning depends as much on talent and culture as it does on data and technology.   This episode is hosted by Scott…

In this special episode of Tango Tango, host Lloyd Knight sits down with Holly Joers, President, Military and Veterans for CareSource, for an inside look at one of the most important changes impacting military families this year: TRICARE Open Season and the brand-new CareSource Military & Veterans Prime option available in Atlanta and Tampa. Holly shares her remarkable journey—from growing up in small-town West Virginia to a distinguished civil service career across the Air Force, the F-35 program, and the Defense Health Agency—before transitioning into the mission-driven world of CareSource. Her unique background offers rare insight into how healthcare innovation, military culture, and patient-centric design come together in this groundbreaking TRICARE demonstration program. Listeners will learn: What TRICARE is and who is eligible Why the new CareSource Prime option matters, including game-changing benefits like no referrals for in-network specialists How CareSource leverages decades of experience in whole-person, community-based care The biggest differences between this demonstration and earlier pilots, including broader provider networks and integrated care teams How enrollment works, why it’s fast and easy, and what beneficiaries can expect after signing up How military families can advocate for expanding choice to other states and regions With TRICARE Open Season ending…

As modern supply chains grow more complex, shippers are under increasing pressure to move beyond spreadsheets, emails, and manual decision-making. For Trove Brands, rapid expansion across multiple product lines created new challenges in parcel, LTL, truckload, and international shipping. Keeping up with customer expectations and rising order volumes required better automation, cleaner data, and greater visibility across every mode. In this episode of Supply Chain Now, host Scott Luton speaks with Tanner Dastrup, Director of Logistics at Trove Brands, and Shannon Vaillancourt, CEO of RateLinx. They break down how Trove replaced outdated workflows with automated rate shopping, digital truckload auctions, integrated freight audit tools, and real-time container tracking. By connecting these capabilities directly to their ERP systems, Trove reduced manual work, improved accuracy, and provided teams and customers with more reliable information. Together, Scott, Tanner, and Shannon explore the broader shifts shaping transportation today, from the value of unified data to the cost of inconsistent carrier selection and manual settlement. Their discussion shows how flexible technology can streamline warehouse and 3PL workflows, strengthen customer experience, and help growing shippers scale with confidence.   This episode is hosted by Scott Luton, and produced by Trisha Cordes, Joshua Miranda, and Amanda Luton.…

The future of supply chain is accelerating, and on today’s episode of Supply Chain Now, hosts Scott Luton and Allison Giddens are unpacking the global trends, disruptions, and economic shifts shaping what’s next for leaders everywhere. From declining imports to AI’s growing pains, this episode cuts through the noise to bring clarity to fast-moving industry headlines. Welcome to The Buzz, powered by OMP! Scott and Allison dive into the biggest stories impacting supply chains today — and the ripple effects businesses need to prepare for. Together, they discuss: 📉 Why U.S. imports from China are falling sharply across electronics, furniture, toys, and more — and how tariffs and cooling consumer demand are reshaping sourcing strategies 🤖 The retail AI reality check: Why 95% of organizations see little ROI from AI investments, and how brittle workflows and lack of contextual intelligence are slowing progress 🔮 Top supply chain trends for 2026, including workforce and talent shortages, AI-driven transformation, and mounting geopolitical challenges 🛒 Thanksgiving meal costs drop 5%, but some items — like sweet potatoes and veggie trays — are bucking the trend with noticeable price increases 🌏 What all these signals mean for manufacturers, retailers, logistics providers, and consumers heading…

In a year defined by trade turbulence, rapid innovation, and record levels of uncertainty, global supply chains are being tested like never before. From shifting tariff policies to evolving manufacturing strategies and breakthrough technologies, 2025 has challenged leaders to balance agility with long-term vision. In this episode of Supply Chain Now, host Scott Luton sits down with Chris Rogers, Head of Supply Chain Research at S&P Global Market Intelligence, to unpack the current state of global supply chains and what lies ahead. Drawing on more than 25 years of experience across energy, finance, and logistics, Chris shares why agility and data-driven visibility are now critical to global enterprise success. Scott and Chris discuss how organizations are adapting to ongoing trade volatility, the growing importance of supply networks, and the technologies reshaping decision-making, from AI-driven workflows to high-dexterity robotics. They also highlight key insights from the 2026 Supply Chain Outlook, including trade liberalization trends, changes in shipping capacity, and the renewed focus on reshoring.   This episode is hosted by Scott Luton, and produced by Trisha Cordes, Joshua Miranda, and Amanda Luton.   Additional Links & Resources Check out all the great resources and information mentioned during the show: Download the…

En este episodio, Sofía Rivas reúne a dos voces que están haciendo que la logística deje de ser “esa parte misteriosa del negocio” y se convierta en una industria cercana, humana y divertida. Conoce a dos creadores de contenido; Ariana, host de Supply Chainers desde Bolivia, y a Alberto, el creativo detrás del medio multiplataforma Logista Digital Media en Perú. Entre anécdotas, risas, micro-dramas técnicos (spoiler: cámaras derretidas y micrófonos perdidos), y mucha honestidad, los tres exploran cómo la creación de contenido está transformando el sector. Aquí no solo se habla de camiones, almacenes y KPIs: se habla de personas, de talento, de comunidad, y de cómo un simple podcast puede abrir puertas, inspirar carreras y hacer que más gente descubra lo fascinante que realmente es la cadena de suministro. Ariana cuenta cómo pasó de coordinar distribución a dirigir un podcast global sin planearlo, solo siguiendo la curiosidad y las oportunidades. Alberto comparte cómo un periodista terminó liderando un medio logístico con ideas que rompen moldes. Juntos analizan un tema clave: ¿por qué en logística todavía cuesta compartir información? ¿Cómo dejamos de competir para empezar a colaborar? Entre recomendaciones de libros, confesiones profesionales, aprendizajes técnicos y la eterna pregunta “¿presencial…