Innovation, Resilience, and Opportunities in Global Supply Chain

In this powerful interview from the SAPICS 2025 Conference in Cape Town, South Africa, Scott Luton of Supply Chain Now sits down with Esther Ndichu—global supply chain leader, advocate, and changemaker. Esther shares her incredible journey from corporate America to becoming a farmer in Kenya, driven by a passion for food security and sustainable agriculture, and opens up about breaking barriers, championing diversity, and nurturing talent across the continent. Now serving as the Step 2.0 Coordinator for People That Deliver, Esther shares how she helps to transform public health supply chains in low- and middle-income countries—empowering local professionals to strengthen healthcare access through logistics. Tune in to hear Esther reflect on her impactful career, her belief in logistics as a force for good, and why Africa’s supply chain ecosystem is primed for innovation, investment, and homegrown solutions.   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: Watch NOW on YouTube Connect with Esther on LinkedIn Learn more about People That Deliver Check out the other Interviews from SAPICS 2025 Learn more about our hosts…

  In this episode of Supply Chain Now, hosts Scott Luton and Karin Bursa are joined by Gustav Khambatta, Senior Vice President of Freight Payment Sales at U.S. Bank, to unpack key takeaways from 2024 and explore what lies ahead for global supply chains in 2025. The conversation delves into the evolution of ERP technology, the critical role of cybersecurity, and the growing importance of quality data in driving decision-making. Gustav highlights the value of the U.S. Bank Freight Payment Index as a benchmarking tool, while the panel shares insights on leveraging AI, industry collaboration, and preparing for the unexpected. Tune in for actionable insights and bold predictions that will help you stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of global supply chain management.   This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Karin Bursa and produced by Amanda Luton.   Additional Links & Resources Check out all the great resources and information mentioned during the show: Connect with Gustav Check out the Latest U.S. Bank Freight Payment Index 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: Watch and listen to…