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4 Ways That End-to-End Demand Planning Has & Hasn’t Changed

In this episode of Supply Chain Now, Scott Luton and Marty Parker welcome back Wiley Jones, Co-Founder and CEO of Doss, to discuss the evolving world of demand planning and supply chain optimization. Wiley shares his journey, from designing toys in factories in Asia to leading hardware projects in Silicon Valley, and how his diverse experiences shaped his mission to increase the agility of the global value chain.

They talk about the timeless truths in demand planning, such as the importance of aligning business inputs and outputs, and the transformative role of data integration in modern demand forecasting. Wiley also delves into the impact of AI and machine learning in enhancing decision-making processes, helping organizations plan more effectively in an unpredictable market.

 

This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Marty Parker, and produced by Amanda Luton, Trisha Cordes, and Joshua Miranda.

 

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