In this episode of The Buzz, we explore the future of reverse logistics, circularity, supply chain design, and the growing role of AI in transforming how businesses move, manage, and reuse products. Welcome to The Buzz, powered by OptiLogic! Hosts Scott Luton and Richard Donaldson break down several major supply chain developments, including the rise of AI-first supply chain design, the growing need for visibility in big and bulky retail deliveries, and Amazon’s expanding supply chain services. Special guest Sender Shamiss, CEO and co-founder of ReturnPro, joins the conversation to unpack why reverse logistics is becoming a major strategic opportunity, not just a cost center. From returns management and recommerce to circularity, fraud detection, and the future of reusable materials, this episode offers a practical look at how supply chain leaders can unlock value, reduce waste, and rethink what happens after the sale. Key Learnings & Takeaways AI-first supply chain design is accelerating smarter, faster decision-making Big and bulky retail delivery still needs better visibility and customer communication Amazon’s supply chain services could reshape fulfillment, logistics, and recommerce Reverse logistics is moving from a back-end function to a strategic growth engine Reuse should come before recycling when building circular supply…

Invitamos a Santiago Hernández a recordar con nosotros los 5 episodios más emblemáticos de nuestro podcast Supply Chain Now en Español. En este episodio hablamos de grandes invitados como Josué Velázquez, Director del MIT CTL Sustainable Supply Chain Lab, y Mario Rodriguez, Presidente de DHL Supply Chain. Recordamos temas como seguridad alimentaria, prácticas sostenibles en cadena de suministro, el impacto de las pequeñas y medianas empresas, así como el potencial crecimiento de América Latina en infraestructura logística. Escucha este episodio y redescubre grandes aprendizajes que nos han dejado nuestros invitados pasados. Desde consejos para emprendimiento y crecimiento profesional, hasta tendencias y áreas de enfoque para cadena de suministro en el futuro próximo. Encuentra los enlaces directos a nuestros top 5 Episodios aquí: Mario Rodriguez-DHL: https://supplychainnow.com/4scne7/ Isabel Agudelo – MIT Farol:https://supplychainnow.com/3scne12/ Paola Nuñez – Holcim MX: https://supplychainnow.com/espanol-2/ Josué Velázquez- MIT CTL: https://supplychainnow.com/scne-12/ Santiago Hernández: https://supplychainnow.com/4scne2/