The Buzz: Embracing Automation in Supply Chain

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 on the Theory of Constraints (TOC) and its ability to transform complex operations. Drawing from a 38-year military career, Andy shares how TOC’s five focusing steps helped him cut C-5 aircraft maintenance timelines from 340 days to 110, save hundreds of millions through inventory discipline, and reduce a 15-month procurement backlog to just three months. He also highlights the leadership skills required to drive these changes, including clear communication, organizational alignment, and active workforce engagement. They also discuss the universal applicability of TOC across industries and geographies, with Andy recounting implementations at the Defense Logistics Agency, large-scale MRO depots, and in international settings such as Japan and India. From managing high-variability environments to avoiding the trap of local optimization, the conversation delivers actionable insights for supply chain and manufacturing leaders seeking breakthrough results, stronger team alignment, and sustained performance improvement in today’s volatile business climate.   This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Kim Humphrey, and produced by…

Tired of the supply chain status quo? Let us introduce you to the Anti-ERP ERP Club. In the first part of our first-ever two-episode interview, host Scott Luton dives into a transformative conversation with Wiley Jones, Co-founder and CEO of Doss, about reshaping how companies approach their biggest challenges. The discussion centers on common obstacles businesses face, such as managing complex data and integrating systems across their value chains, and how solutions that prioritize customer pain points can lead to remarkable results—like compressing ERP implementation timelines from months to just days. Tune in to discover practical strategies for addressing inefficiencies in global supply chains, including the role of adaptive technology in streamlining operations and boosting agility. Through real-world insights, this episode highlights how businesses can tackle modern supply chain demands with speed, innovation, and customer-focused solutions that drive success.   This episode is hosted by Scott Luton, and produced by Amanda Luton.   Additional Links & Resources Check out all the great resources and information mentioned during the show: Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/MISRuP8mJR0 Connect with Wiley Jones: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wileycwjones/ Learn more about Doss: www.doss.com/blog/supplychainnow Check out the Doss website: https://www.doss.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=spn1&utm_medium=scnwebsite Learn more about our hosts: https://supplychainnow.com/about   Want more Supply Chain…