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The Buzz: Harnessing Technology for Supply Chain Transformation

Join us today as we discuss the imperative of transformation within global supply chains, emphasizing the critical need for supply chain leaders to adapt and innovate in response to evolving geopolitical landscapes and technological advancements. Welcome to The Buzz!

This week, hosts Scott Luton and Kevin L. Jackson welcome special guest Koray Kose, Founder and Chief Analyst of Kose Advisory, to the show. Listen in as they discuss:

  • The advantages of transformation for logistics and supply chain operations
  • New warehouse robots that push to trim manual tasks
  • The discourse surrounding the current state and future trajectory of global supply chain
  • The recent World Procurement Congress and the London Defense Conference, including key insights that underscore the pressing challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for procurement professionals
  • The intersection of technology, risk management, and procurement strategies that can facilitate growth in an increasingly complex environment
  • The necessity for collaboration between supply chain professionals and policymakers to mitigate fragmentation and enhance operational effectiveness

Join us as we navigate these multifaceted topics, arming ourselves with the knowledge to thrive amidst disruption.

 

This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Kevin L> Jackson, and produced by Trisha Cordes, Joshua Miranda, and Amanda Luton.

 

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