The Buzz for October 3rd
Join us for this week’s episode of The Buzz, packed with actionable insights and expert perspectives!
Dive into the latest developments shaking up the global supply chain landscape, including the imminent ILA/USMX stalemate that could lead to the first strike since 1977, potentially costing the U.S. economy billions. Hosts Scott Luton and Kim Reuter are joined by special guest Sofia Rivas, the newly appointed host and CEO of Supply Chain Now en Espanol, who brings fresh insights into the evolving narrative in logistics.
Listen in as the trio explores:
- The implications of weaponized supply chains and new tariffs affecting e-commerce
- The critical need for transparency and security in supply chain operations
- The impact of automation on labor
- The role of small and medium businesses in leveraging innovative solutions, this episode is packed with actionable insights and expert perspectives.
Join us for this episode, as we unpack these pressing issues and celebrate the relaunch of Supply Chain Now en Espanol, highlighting untold stories from the Spanish-speaking supply chain community.
This episode is hosted by Scott Luton, Kim Reuter, and Sofia Rivas and produced by Amanda Luton and Trisha Cordes.
Additional Links & Resources
Check out all the great resources and information mentioned during the show:
- Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/KZFyKb6r9Jw
- Learn more about our hosts: https://supplychainnow.com/about
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- UPCOMING WEBINAR- Creating the Unified Supply Chain Through the Symbiosis of People and Technology: https://bit.ly/3XDtrej
- UPCOMING WEBINAR- Defending Your Business from Ransomware and Cyber Threats: https://bit.ly/4d0VGcf
- UPCOMING WEBINAR- End-to-End Excellence: Integrating Final Mile Logistics: https://bit.ly/3ZlpE7U
- UPCOMING WEBINAR- AI for SMBs: Unlocking Growth with Netstock’s Benchmark Report: https://bit.ly/3AWtoCD
- UPCOMING WEBINAR- The ABCs of Cargo Security and Loss Prevention: https://bit.ly/3zAirpT
- UPCOMING WEBINAR- Future-Proof Your Logistics: AI-Powered Solutions for Competitive Edge: https://bit.ly/3BouB5E
- Check out all upcoming Supply Chain Now Events: https://supplychainnow.com/events/
- For everything else, start here: https://supplychainnow.com
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