In a year defined by trade turbulence, rapid innovation, and record levels of uncertainty, global supply chains are being tested like never before. From shifting tariff policies to evolving manufacturing strategies and breakthrough technologies, 2025 has challenged leaders to balance agility with long-term vision. In this episode of Supply Chain Now, host Scott Luton sits down with Chris Rogers, Head of Supply Chain Research at S&P Global Market Intelligence, to unpack the current state of global supply chains and what lies ahead. Drawing on more than 25 years of experience across energy, finance, and logistics, Chris shares why agility and data-driven visibility are now critical to global enterprise success. Scott and Chris discuss how organizations are adapting to ongoing trade volatility, the growing importance of supply networks, and the technologies reshaping decision-making, from AI-driven workflows to high-dexterity robotics. They also highlight key insights from the 2026 Supply Chain Outlook, including trade liberalization trends, changes in shipping capacity, and the renewed focus on reshoring.   This episode is hosted by Scott Luton, 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: Download the…

Is freight auditing really dead? Today, we dive into a more frictionless approach promoting collaboration between carriers and customers, maintaining calm amidst the chaos, how to quantify uncertainty, and so much more. Welcome to The Buzz, powered by OMP! Hosts Scott Luton and Jake Barr are joined by special guest Shannon Vaillancourt, CEO of RateLinx to discuss the top news and headlines in supply chain news today including: The priorities of Chief Supply Chain Officers striving to enhance operational efficiency and employee capability The implications of the recent trade agreement between the United States and China, assessing its potential impact on the agricultural sector, particularly regarding soybean imports The alarming rise of package theft, colloquially known as “porch piracy,” and the measures consumers are taking in response to this growing issue Technological advancements, particularly in artificial intelligence, are transforming supply chain processes, allowing for greater predictive analytics and operational efficiencies Listen in as we share valuable insights and actionable strategies that can be implemented in your own supply chain operations today. This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Jake Barr, and produced by Trisha Cordes, Joshua Miranda, and Amanda Luton.   Additional Links & Resources Check out all the…