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The Buzz: Modernizing Manufacturing

In the contemporary landscape of supply chain management, the integration of sustainability and digital transformation into modern manufacturing is emerging as a paramount necessity, heralding a new industrial paradigm that embraces resilience and intelligence.

In this new episode of The Buzz on Supply Chain Now, hosts Scott Luton and Kevin L. Jackson cover this and other top headlines and welcome Vesna Deljosevic, CEO and Owner of Reforma Group, to the show. They discuss:

  • Insights from the World Economic Forum at Davos, including the imperative for manufacturing leaders to prioritize sustainability, not merely as a compliance measure but as a fundamental business strategy
  • The need to attract the younger workforce to the manufacturing sector, and to rebrand the reputation of manufacturing careers, showcasing the modern, high-tech nature of the industry
  • Fostering a culture of employee engagement and appreciation for enhancing morale and productivity, and driving overall success
  • The shift towards sustainable practices that both manufacturers and consumers must embrace
  • Approaching cybersecurity as a critical business concern with a comprehensive strategy to mitigate risk effectively

Join us for an episode that serves as a powerful call to action for industry leaders to adapt, innovate, and build resilience amid shifting global challenges.

 

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

 

 

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