The Buzz: Harnessing Technology for Supply Chain Resilience

May 16, 2025 | Podcast Episode, Supply Chain Now

Join us today as we delve into the significant insights gleaned from the recent Gartner Supply Chain Symposium, and the importance of leveraging technology in supply chain management to enhance efficiency and responsiveness. Welcome to The Buzz!

This week, Scott Luton and special guest host Rick McDonald welcomed PopCapacity Co-Founder & CEO, Matt Fain, to the show to discuss:

• The pressing need for digital fluency and the effective management of change within organizations
• The burgeoning demand for bonded warehousing and its implications for businesses amid current economic conditions
• How the chief supply chain officer’s perspective is vital in understanding leadership priorities amidst current challenges and the need for supply chain leaders to foster trust and authenticity within their teams to navigate through periods of change effectively
• How modern supply chains must adapt to the consumer’s speed and convenience expectations to remain competitive in today’s market
• The necessity of data accuracy in supply chain operations that underlines a fundamental shift toward technology-driven decision-making

Listen in as we aim to equip supply chain leaders with actionable strategies to enhance their operations and adapt to an ever-evolving landscape.

This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Rick McDonald, 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
• With That Said
• Fremont bonded warehouse to expand amid tariff-driven business surge
• Learn more about PopCapacity
• The case for a national robotics strategy
• Procurement & Supply Chain LIVE
• Connect with Matt on LinkedIn
• Connect with Rick on LinkedIn
• SupplyChainPoint
• Learn more about our hosts

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