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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/ Learn more about Future Insights Network: https://www.linkedin.com/company/future-insights-network/ Canadian Postal Workers Launch a Strike: https://bit.ly/40NTVNh How Unilever is Driving Volume Growth in Personal Care: https://bit.ly/4fT5184 Krispy Kreme Pursues Third…

  In this first episode of 2025 here at Supply Chain Now, Scott W. Luton sits down with Alan Amling, Distinguished Fellow at The University of Tennessee Supply Chain Institute, and Don Maier, Associate Professor of Practice at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, for an insightful conversation on navigating challenges and seizing opportunities in the evolving supply chain landscape. Alan and Don share insights on the competitive dynamics between industry giants like FedEx and UPS, the growing influence of retail logisticians, and the critical role of automation and technology in addressing workforce and operational hurdles. The discussion also explores the geopolitical factors reshaping global supply chains and how businesses can build resilience through strategic planning and innovation. Tune in for practical takeaways, including how organizations can adapt to shifting customer expectations, leverage collaborative planning, and maintain agility in the face of ongoing disruption.   This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and produced by Amanda Luton.   Additional Links & Resources Check out all the great resources and information mentioned during the show: Watch on YouTube Connect with Alan Connect with Don Learn more about Haslam College of Business, UTK Learn more about our hosts   Want more Supply Chain…