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The Buzz: Embracing Automation in Supply Chain

Join us for this week’s episode of The Buzz, as we delve into the evolving landscape of supply chain management, emphasizing the critical role of automation and technology.

In this episode, hosts Scott Luton and Kevin L. Jackson welcome special guest Nathan Chaney, Founder of Supply Chaney, to discuss:

  • Amazon’s latest automated distribution center in Shreveport, Louisiana
  • The latest ongoing negotiations between the USMX and ILA, where automation has become a significant sticking point, raising concerns about job security among dock workers
  • How blockchain is quietly transforming various industries, including food safety and international trade
  • the integration of technology in supply chain education and the need for a balanced curriculum that focuses on core concepts alongside emerging innovations.
  • And much more!

Join the conversation as we explore the fundamentals and the future of the supply chain industry.

 

 

This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Kevin L. Jackson, and produced by Amanda Luton and Trisha Cordes.

 

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