Supply Chain Now

With just 23% of SMBs using AI, Netstock’s latest Inventory Management Benchmark Report reveals a golden opportunity for businesses to enhance operations and optimize resources. As SMBs grapple with complex supplier networks and fluctuating demand, staying updated on market trends and adopting smarter inventory management strategies is crucial! Leading best-of-breed supply and demand planning software provider, Netstock, launched its first-of-its-kind Inventory Management Benchmark Report, offering SMBs global insights to help them adapt to change, reduce risk, and optimize planning. In this live Supply Chain Now webinar, hosts Scott Luton and Jake Barr and featured guests Barry Kukkuk and Ara Ohanian with Netstock, will reveal the report’s key insights: strategies for maintaining lean inventories, smart capital investment decisions, and how AI-powered software can be the golden ticket for SMBs!

Effective final mile planning and tools are crucial in the complex air freight landscape. Shippers need integrated technology to ensure that the final mile seamlessly fits into the overall transportation process. Visibility into the final mile is essential for enhancing the end customer’s experience. In this Supply Chain Now webinar, hosted by Scott Luton and Kim Reuter, Amanda Nazareno with Apex Logistics shares crucial planning tools for final mile, especially in the complexity already inherent to air freight. Join us to gain insight into the importance of visibility for end customers, why shippers should have technology that allows final mile to be integrated into the overall transportation process, and so much more!

In today’s evolving digital landscape, the threat of cyberattacks—ransomware in particular—has never been more pressing. Join Ara Arslanian, Senior Director at OMNIA Partners, and Bill Hardin, Vice President at Charles River Associates, in a dynamic discussion hosted by Scott Luton with Supply Chain Now. They’ll explore proven, real-world strategies for safeguarding your business against the most dangerous threats, including ransomware, data extortion, business email compromise, and insider threats. From navigating dark web negotiations to defending against malware outbreaks, this session offers critical insights to help you secure your most valuable data assets. Equip your organization with the knowledge and tools to mitigate risks and ensure long-term resilience in an increasingly hostile cyber environment.

The symbiotic relationship between people and technology is advancing the vision for a unified supply chain and pushing the limits of innovation and progress to new heights. Dirk Beveridge knows this better than anyone. As the Executive Producer of the We Supply America Tour, which just wrapped filming on season 4, he spent the last several months on the road traveling across the United States to meet and learn from the purpose-driven visionaries leading distribution businesses. Join Dirk and Mark Gilham, VP of Rebate Strategy at Enable, along with Supply Chain Now host Scott Luton, as they discuss how supply chain relationships are evolving through tighter collaboration and the integration of the right technologies for the right jobs. Learn new strategies to mitigate supply chain turbulence and ensure you’re on the right trajectory to meet your 2024 business objectives.

In this new episode of Whiteboard Wisdom on Supply Chain Now, host Scott Luton and special guest Patrick Van Hull dive into the critical topic of supply chain risk management. They explore three essential capabilities to optimize risk management strategies: due diligence, continuous monitoring, and executive reporting. Summary: Listen in as Patrick emphasizes the importance of understanding and preparing for various risks, including geopolitical, cyber, and environmental factors, and shares insights from industry surveys highlighting the significant financial impacts of supply chain disruptions. The discussion also covers the necessity of building risk intelligence and operational resilience to ensure business continuity in the face of adverse events. This episode is a must-watch for supply chain professionals looking to enhance their risk management practices and drive competitive advantage.

Shipping is tricky enough as it is—add in shifting seasonal order volume and/or company growth and it can start to feel like you’re juggling way too many boxes at once (literally!). From keeping your deliveries on time to figuring out how to not break the bank, shipping for SMBs doesn’t have to be a headache. Join us for a lively session packed with insider tips on how to keep your shipping efficient, reliable, and ready for whatever comes next. In this webinar, we’re breaking down the secrets of efficient shipping. We’ll cover everything from how to make sure your packages land where they’re supposed to (hello, tracking and address verification!) to strategies for handling more shipments without losing your cool. You’ll also learn how to avoid shipping pitfalls with smart use of insurance and get the scoop on making your operations smoother without stressing over carriers. Whether you’re just tightening up your process or gearing up for big growth, we’ve got the insights you need to stay ahead of the game. Webinar Key Takeaways: -Get insider tips on scaling your shipping operations without the headache. -Learn how to ensure your deliveries are accurate and reliable using tracking and address verification.…

Join Supply Chain Now, OMNIA Partners, and Opendoor for “Optimizing Procurement Operations with Group Purchasing Organizations” to learn how utilizing a GPO in 2024 and beyond can streamline operations, improve efficiency, and save time and money. This webinar will uncover how to select the right GPO for your organization, strategies for a successful partnership, and essential steps for effective change management and stakeholder engagement. Gain insights from procurement leaders on maximizing the benefits of GPOs for your organization.

Join us for a special LIVE conversation that will offer proven best practices, expertise and perspective for marketing teams, especially those that serve the greater supply chain industry. Supply Chain Now CEO Scott W. Luton will co-host the session, along with industry dynamo Adam Robinson, CEO of The Robinson Agency. We’ll also have a couple of extraordinary business leaders that will share parts of their professional journey, as well as critical insights from countless marketing campaigns: Elaine Benfield and Gale Daikoku. As you prepare for a successful close to 2024 and are getting ready for an even bigger 2025, join the conversation and bring your perspective as well!

The only thing certain in life is that nothing is certain.” So said Roman philosopher Pliny the Elder nearly 2,000 years ago. For supply chain professionals this quote definitely rings true today. Unpredictable shifts in demand and disruptions to supply are becoming more frequent and more severe. Over the last few years, much of our focus has been on building resilient supply chains to prepare for the inevitable, unforeseen challenges ahead. However, some industry leaders are striving to go beyond resiliency to actually take advantage of future disruptions. They see the upside of supply chain uncertainty as an opportunity to capture share from slower competitors. In this Supply Chain Now webinar, hosts Scott Luton and Kim Reuter welcome special guests John DeSarbo and Bharathi Shankar from ZS to explore how industry leaders are capitalizing on uncertainty by building agility into their operations, rethinking traditional approaches to supply chain management, and utilizing AI and advanced analytics to uncover opportunities to capitalize on changing market dynamics.