WEBINAR: Adapting to Volatility: Navigating Trade Wars, Supply Chain Disruptions, & AI
Join Supply Chain Now hosts Scott Luton and Karin Bursa as they welcome supply chain expert Nari Viswanathan with Coupa to this webinar, to explore how evolving trade policies, AI, and supply chain innovation are reshaping global commerce. Learn how businesses can leverage advanced technologies and strategic scenario planning to navigate disruptions, optimize procurement, and be adaptive in an increasingly complex and interconnected world.
Key Takeaways:
- How global trade policies and tariffs impact supply chain strategies and risk management.
- The role of AI and automation in modernizing supply chain operations, procurement, and logistics.
- The importance of scenario planning and AI-driven analytics in mitigating disruptions and improving decision-making.
- The growing influence of renewable energy and sustainable infrastructure in powering the future of supply chains.
- Emerging trends and opportunities that are shaping the next era of global supply chain adaptiveness.
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