Operating conditions for supply chains continue to shift faster than most organizations can plan for. Labor pressures, evolving customer expectations, geopolitical uncertainty, and increasingly complex global networks are forcing leaders to rethink how decisions get made and how teams stay aligned when certainty is no longer guaranteed. In this episode of Supply Chain Now, Scott Luton is joined by Mario Morhy, Vice President, Integrated Planning at Sam’s Club, Mike Gomes, Vice President of Supply Chain North America at Perfetti Van Melle, and Rodrigo Alponti, Senior Vice President Global Supply Chain at STADA Group. Together, they reflect on how supply chain leadership has evolved over the past year, moving away from linear optimization toward adaptability, resilience, and closer collaboration with customers and partners. The panel also explores how AI is accelerating the pace of insight and action, enabling faster scenario planning, stronger visibility, and more empowered teams. Rather than replacing people, AI emerges as a decision-making copilot, freeing leaders to focus on risk, tradeoffs, and long-term value. The conversation closes with practical leadership takeaways on learning faster than competitors, asking better questions, and building cultures that can turn volatility into advantage.   This episode is hosted by Scott Luton, and produced…

In this episode of Supply Chain Now, Scott Luton and Tevon Taylor sit down with Lori Boyer, Director of Content, and John Wharff, Director of Sales and Solutions Engineering at EasyPost, to break down the latest shifts in carrier networks and what they mean for shippers preparing for peak season. Lori shares insights into how major carriers like UPS, FedEx, and USPS are adjusting routes, surcharges, and capacity as peak approaches, and why regional carriers and Amazon shipping are becoming critical players in today’s environment. John expands on the importance of diversifying carrier strategies, leveraging data for smarter decision-making, and ensuring businesses can keep promises to customers no matter how volatile the market gets.   This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Tevon Taylor, 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: Learn more about EasyPost Check out all EasyPost and Supply Chain Now content Connect with Lori Boyer Connect with John Wharff Learn more about our hosts Want more Supply Chain Now? We know you can’t get enough Supply Chain Now! Don’t miss a single episode, livestream, or webinar:…