The Buzz: Manufacturing Monday Insights

Supply Chain Now presents an insightful episode with hosts Scott Luton and Allison Giddens, and featuring special guests Amy Sartain, and Chuck Baker, focusing on the importance of supply chain education for students. The discussion highlights the innovative “Supply Chain Games” initiative, which includes the Lemonade Game for elementary and middle school students and the Cell Phone Game for high school and college students. These games aim to introduce young learners to supply chain concepts, fostering interest in logistics careers. With over 2,500 students engaged since 2018, the program is expanding through teacher training to amplify its impact. Join us for an episode that underscores the critical need for supply chain professionals and the rewarding career opportunities available in the field, and also emphasizes the importance of early exposure to supply chain roles, aiming to inspire the next generation of industry leaders.   This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Allison Giddens, 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 Chuck Connect with Amy Learn more about SC Competes Learn more about our hosts…

Join us for this week’s episode of The Buzz, as we dive deep into the recent developments in labor negotiations affecting U.S. ports, specifically the tentative agreement between the ILA and USMX, which has temporarily averted a significant strike. Hosts Scott Luton and Billy Ray Taylor welcome special guest Jon Gold, VP, Supply Chain and Customs Policy for the National Retail Federation (NRF) to the show, and discuss the implications of this agreement, including a 62% wage increase over six years and the critical topic of automation that could become a sticking point in future negotiations. Listen in as the conversation continues and covers: The need for continuous learning to retain talent and adapt to changes in the manufacturing workforce Cybersecurity Awareness Month, highlighting the critical importance of protecting supply chains from increasing cyber threats The upcoming NRF 2025 conference and key themes like AI’s role in supply chain management and strategies for diversifying operations outside of China that will be focused on The significance of engaging younger generations in manufacturing through educational tours and programs to foster interest in the industry Join us for this episode, and gain insights into current market dynamics and the strategies that can help…