I spend most of my time with supply chain and innovation leaders at major enterprises who are sitting on significant AI budgets but struggling to show measurable business impact in an increasingly complex and volatile supply chain environment.
Author Archives: Amanda Luton
How Hurricanes Disrupt Supply Chains: From Empty Shelves to Strategic Solutions
“Dad, why are they out of my favorite cereal?” your 10-year-old asks you at the grocery store, noticing that their favorite breakfast food is missing. The answer is more complex than they could imagine – hurricanes don’t just bring bad weather; they create far-reaching supply chain disruptions that affect everything from food to toys.
Freight Audit & Payment: The Anchor for Supply Chains in Turbulent Times
The past few years have exposed just how fragile our supply chains can be. From tariff shocks to pandemic disruptions, from inflationary pressures to mounting parcel surcharges, the landscape has shifted beneath our feet. Companies that once managed logistics as a back-office function are now grappling with its role as a front-line business risk.
Modified Agile for Electronics Development: A Smarter Path to High-Value Solutions
Modified Agile for Electronics Development Electronics development has never been more complex—or more critical. Traditional waterfall methods often slow teams down with long cycles, costly redesigns, and missed deadlines. While software teams have thrived with agile, hardware development requires a different approach. This white paper introduces the Modified Agile for Hardware Development (MAHD) Framework™, designed specifically …
Resilience and Regionalization Redefine Global Supply Chains
Global supply chains are being tested like never before. Rising tariffs, shifting trade policies, and the push for sustainability have accelerated a new era of resilience. Businesses are no longer simply reacting to disruptions—they’re proactively reconfiguring their networks with…
Building a Purpose-Driven B-Corp: Tara Milburn with Ethical Swag
In this episode of Logistics with Purpose®, hosts Enrique Alvarez and Kristi Porter sit down with Tara Milburn, CEO of Ethical Swag, a Certified B Corporation transforming the promotional products industry with sustainability and purpose.
Why a “Perfect Fit” TMS Beats Feature-Packed Systems
When picking a Transportation Management System (TMS), shiny features, slick dashboards, and buzzwords can be distracting. But here’s the truth: real ROI doesn’t come from having the most bells and whistles. It comes from finding a TMS that fits your transportation complexity like a glove.
Honoring Kathy Purtill’s Legacy: Moving (and Climbing) Mountains
In this moving episode of Supply Chain Now, host Scott Luton sits down with Kristi Porter, Adrian Purtill, and Enrique Alvarez of Vector Global Logistics to explore a powerful story of purpose and community. Adrian shares a deeply personal initiative in honor of his…
Hire Heroes USA – Supporting the Military Transition
In this episode of the Tango Tango podcast, host Lloyd Knight welcomes Ross Dickman, CEO of Hire Heroes USA. Ross shares his journey from West Point to Army aviation, flying AH-64 Apaches with the 1st Cavalry Division, and deploying to Camp Taji, Iraq. He reflects on lessons from…
Scott Luton Named #1 Global Thought Leader & Influencer on Supply Chain 2025 by Thinkers360
We are proud to announce that Scott Luton, Founder and CEO of Supply Chain Now, has once again been recognized as the #1 Global Thought Leader and Influencer on Supply Chain for 2025 by Thinkers360—marking his second consecutive year at the very top of this prestigious list. This exceptional distinction reaffirms Scott’s ongoing leadership and …
How Theory of Constraints Can Drive Enterprise Impact
In this episode of Supply Chain Now, Scott Luton and special guest host Kim Humphrey, President & CEO of AME (Association for Manufacturing Excellence), welcome retired Air Force Lieutenant General Andy Busch, Strategic Advisor at Goldratt Consulting, for a high-impact conversation…
The Buzz: Reshoring Revolution
In today’s episode of Supply Chain Now, we present a profound exploration of contemporary developments within the realm of supply chain management, with a particular emphasis on the resurgence of reshoring initiatives. Welcome to The Buzz!