The Buzz: Supply Chain Transformation and Collaboration
Join us for this week’s episode of The Buzz, as we dive into workforce challenges, growth strategies, and supply chain transformation and collaboration.
In this episode, hosts Scott Luton and Marty Parker welcome special guest Maria Villablanca, CEO of the Future Insights Network, who shares valuable takeaways from the recent TFest24 conference, and her extensive experience in leveraging technology to streamline processes and improve efficiencies in global supply chains.
Listen in as the panel also discusses:
- The launch of the Canadian Postal Workers strike
- How Unilever is driving growth in personal care
- Krispy Kreme’s pursuit of a delivery partner
- And so much more!
Listen in to gain a deeper understanding of the intersection between workforce dynamics and supply chain effectiveness, along with actionable strategies for navigating these challenges.
This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Marty Parker, 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/61cc-MpJbcs
- Connect with Maria: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariavillablanca/
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Learn more about Future Insights Network: https://www.linkedin.com/company/future-insights-network/
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Canadian Postal Workers Launch a Strike: https://bit.ly/40NTVNh
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How Unilever is Driving Volume Growth in Personal Care: https://bit.ly/4fT5184
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Krispy Kreme Pursues Third Party Delivery Help: https://bit.ly/4hX0SSq
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Most Recent With That Said: https://bit.ly/3OfqDj6
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Strategic Procurement 101 from OMNIA Partners: https://bit.ly/40R7qvv
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U.S. Bank 2024 Q3 Freight Payment Index: https://bit.ly/scn-us-bank
- Learn more about our hosts: https://supplychainnow.com/about
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- Watch and listen to more Supply Chain Now episodes here: https://supplychainnow.com/program/supply-chain-now
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- Connect with the Supply Chain Now community and programming: https://linktr.ee/Supplychainnow
- Work with us! Download Supply Chain Now’s NEW Media Kit: https://bit.ly/3XH6OVk
- UPCOMING WEBINAR- Future-Proof Your Logistics: AI-Powered Solutions for Competitive Edge: https://bit.ly/3BouB5E
- UPCOMING WEBINAR- Unlocking the Power of Digital Transformation: Building AstraZeneca’s Resilient, Decision-Centric Supply Chain: https://bit.ly/4fHYooJ
- UPCOMING WEBINAR- The Cold Chain Dilemma: Why Visibility Falls Short and What Really Works: https://bit.ly/4hpu8k9
- UPCOMING WEBINAR- 2025 Supply Chain Outlook: Preparing for Economic and Commercial Shifts: https://bit.ly/4fKWvYx
- UPCOMING WEBINAR- Introduction to Microsoft Supply Chain: Enabling Scale and Complexity: https://bit.ly/40K1rsz
- UPCOMING WEBINAR- How Ferguson’s Metrics-Driven Strategy Drove an 18% Improvement in Operational Efficiency: https://bit.ly/3YBbsFz
- Check out all upcoming Supply Chain Now Events: https://supplychainnow.com/events/
- For everything else, start here: https://supplychainnow.com
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