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The latest episode of Supply Chain Now features Scott Luton and Mike Griswold discussing key insights from the Gartner Supply Chain Symposium held in Orlando, Florida. The conversation highlights three major takeaways: the importance of reverse logistics and returns management in retail, as discussed by Tom Enright; the critical role of planning in supply chain transformation and resilience, emphasized by Whitney Shlesinger from McCormick; and the practical applications of AI in supply chain, as explored with Paul Noble from Verusen. The episode also touches on the significance of change management and the need for organizations to let go of outdated practices to embrace new technologies effectively. Additionally, upcoming Gartner Planning Summits in London and Denver are mentioned as opportunities for supply chain professionals to deepen their expertise. Join us and learn more about how to operationalize conference insights and drive meaningful change in your organizations.   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: Watch NOW on YouTube Connect with Mike on LinkedIn Learn more about Gartner Learn more about our hosts   Want…

In this episode of Supply Chain Now, Scott W. Luton and Billy Ray Taylor are joined by Landon Mumbower and Johnathan McRary, both Managers of Consulting at Bastian Solutions, for an insightful conversation on optimizing distribution center performance through strategic consulting and automation. The panel explores five critical strategies for navigating the complexities of distribution center design and management, including single-point responsibility, data-driven insights, and the importance of aligning processes before introducing automation. Landon and Johnathan also share their expertise on selecting the right consulting resources and technologies to overcome challenges like labor shortages and the growing demand for omnichannel solutions. Tune in to learn how businesses can unlock operational efficiency, reduce risk, and maximize performance in today’s ever-changing supply chain environment.   This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Billy Ray Taylor, and produced by Amanda Luton.   Additional Links & Resources Check out all the great resources and information mentioned during the show: Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/HaU5mEgh8t0 Material Handling & Warehouse Automation Consulting: https://bit.ly/3XOdGkA Connect with Landon Mumbower: https://www.linkedin.com/in/landon-mumbower-mba-21852267/ Connect with Johnathan McRary: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnathan-mcrary-4350719/ Learn more about Bastian Solutions: https://www.bastiansolutions.com/ Learn more about our hosts: https://supplychainnow.com/about   Want more Supply Chain Now? We know you can’t get…