In this episode of Supply Chain Now, host Scott Luton welcomes Bill Thorne, Senior Vice President of Communications, Research, and Marketing at the National Retail Federation (NRF) and host of the Retail Gets Real podcast.
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Supply Chain Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities in Africa
The top supply chain trends in Africa right now include ecommerce, sustainability, technology and skills development. The e-commerce boom that was fuelled by Covid-19 is showing no signs of slowing. It is predicted that in 2025, e-commerce transactions in South Africa will grow 150% to R225 billion. While African consumers are clearly sold on the …
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The Buzz: Understanding the Impact of Global Trade Tariffs
The imposition of tariffs by the United States on various nations has emerged as a focal point of discussion, significantly impacting global trade dynamics…
PING Golf’s Success with a Faster, Easier, and Fully Integrated TMS
In this episode of Supply Chain Now, host Scott Luton explores the future of supply chain efficiency with Doug Wilson, Software Product Manager at PING Golf, and Shannon Vaillancourt, CEO of RateLinx.
Scott Luton Honored as a 2025 “Pro to Know” by Supply & Demand Chain Executive
We are excited to celebrate Scott Luton, Founder & CEO of Supply Chain Now, for being recognized as a 2025 Pro to Know by Supply & Demand Chain Executive—a distinction that underscores his unwavering impact and leadership in the field. This recognition honors Scott’s year-in and year-out commitment to excellence—from thought leadership to community engagement. …
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Preparing the NOW Generation of Supply Chain Leaders
In this episode of Supply Chain Now, host Scott Luton welcomes Dr. Stephanie Thomas and Dr. Rod Thomas, associate professors of Supply Chain Management at the Walton College of Business, University of Arkansas.
Innovation, Resilience, and Opportunities in Global Supply Chain
Join us as we tackle the imperative role of innovation within the supply chain sector, particularly as organizations endeavor to navigate the complexities of the current global business landscape, today on The Buzz!
Beyond the Mic: How to Maximize Your Supply Chain Podcast’s Reach and Impact
Podcasting has become a crowded — and noisy — field. It seems these days everyone has a mic — and a platform.
Cotopaxi – Democratizing Sustainability
In this episode of Logistics with Purpose ®, hosts Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter welcome Annie Agle, VP of Impact and Sustainability at Cotopaxi to the show.
Global Economies, Tariffs, & the Power of Positive Assumptions
In this episode of Supply Chain Now, host Scott Luton highlights some of the most talked about topics in industry, including global economic trends, market news, the power of positive assumptions, and upcoming industry events.
Lights, Camera, Supply Chain
Join Scott Luton and Mike Griswold for this new episode of Supply Chain Now, as they delve into the intersection of Hollywood and supply chain leadership. In this episode, they explore how movies like “Hoosiers,” “World War Z,” and “Jaws” offer unexpected yet valuable lessons for supply chain professionals.
6 Strategies for Building an Adaptive Supply Chain
Traditional supply chains react, while Adaptive Supply Chains are built to anticipate and evolve. Learn how these strategies can transform your supply chain and multiply margins despite today’s turbulent market environment.