The Buzz: Supply Chain Resilience in a Shifting Landscape

In this episode of Supply Chain Now, Scott Luton sits down with Billy Ray Taylor, CEO and President of LinkedXL, to explore the foundational principles behind high-performing supply chain organizations. Drawing on his decades of leadership at Goodyear and his work with industry teams today, Billy Ray shares how speed, clarity, and connected systems drive real, measurable change. He breaks down five timeless yet urgent considerations for modern leadership—from rethinking KPIs as KPAs, to cultivating ownership and alignment across the organization, to architecting operating systems that empower people at every level. As Billy Ray says, “Speed is the currency of leadership”—and in today’s rapidly evolving world, it’s not just a competitive edge, it’s a necessity.   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 Billy Ray Taylor Learn more about LinkedXL 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 more Supply Chain Now episodes…

In this episode of Supply Chain Now, Scott W. Luton and Billy Ray Taylor are joined by Landon Mumbower and Johnathan McRary, both Managers of Consulting at Bastian Solutions, for an insightful conversation on optimizing distribution center performance through strategic consulting and automation. The panel explores five critical strategies for navigating the complexities of distribution center design and management, including single-point responsibility, data-driven insights, and the importance of aligning processes before introducing automation. Landon and Johnathan also share their expertise on selecting the right consulting resources and technologies to overcome challenges like labor shortages and the growing demand for omnichannel solutions. Tune in to learn how businesses can unlock operational efficiency, reduce risk, and maximize performance in today’s ever-changing supply chain environment.   This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Billy Ray Taylor, and produced by Amanda Luton.   Additional Links & Resources Check out all the great resources and information mentioned during the show: Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/HaU5mEgh8t0 Material Handling & Warehouse Automation Consulting: https://bit.ly/3XOdGkA Connect with Landon Mumbower: https://www.linkedin.com/in/landon-mumbower-mba-21852267/ Connect with Johnathan McRary: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnathan-mcrary-4350719/ Learn more about Bastian Solutions: https://www.bastiansolutions.com/ Learn more about our hosts: https://supplychainnow.com/about   Want more Supply Chain Now? We know you can’t get…