The Buzz: Tackling Tariffs and Trade Dynamics
Join us for this week’s episode of The Buzz, as we dive deep into the implications of a recent $6 billion federal loan aimed at supporting Rivian’s expansion in Georgia, while also examining the broader impact of tariffs and political dynamics on the automotive industry.
In this episode, host Scott Luton welcomes special guest host Koray Kose to the show to discuss:
- Rivian’s significant hurdles and the future of the EV market
- The rise of agentic AI, which has the potential to transform supply chain operations by autonomously making decisions and executing actions based on real-time data
- The critical need for organizations to prioritize cybersecurity in light of increasing ransomware attacks
- And much more!
Join us as we unpack these pressing issues and explore actionable insights for navigating the complexities of today’s supply chain environment.
This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Koray Kose, 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/HhCOxrTOr1A
- Connect with Koray: https://www.linkedin.com/in/koraykoese/
- 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
- Subscribe to Supply Chain Now on your favorite platform: https://supplychainnow.com/join
- 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- 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
- UPCOMING WEBINAR- E2E Demand Planning – Tactics for Driving Value at Scale: https://bit.ly/4g5VdaD
- Check out all upcoming Supply Chain Now Events: https://supplychainnow.com/events/
- For everything else, start here: https://supplychainnow.com
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