As strategic forces push manufacturing back to America, one obstacle threatens progress: finding the right people with the right skills. Before new factories can produce anything, they must be built—requiring a new generation of skilled tradespeople such as electricians, welders, and technicians. And once these modern facilities are operational, companies report an unexpected challenge: the biggest talent gaps aren’t just technical, but also in core soft skills like leadership, critical thinking, and communication. Join Supply Chain Now hosts Scott Luton and Allison Giddens as they welcome Alan Amling and Darrell Edwards from the University of Tennessee–Knoxville to explore a practical approach to developing a comprehensive workforce from the ground up. Learn what it truly takes to build, staff, and sustain the next generation of American manufacturing.

Uncertainties and countless disruptions have become all too common for the global supply chain. Now, more than ever, transportation executives and trailblazers are investing in new technologies and are partnering with innovative logistics solutions providers to stay competitive. Join Tracy Rosser, Executive Vice President of Operations for Transplace, and Mike Wasson, Chief Operations Officer at Tosca, for an enlightening webinar to learn how volatility propels supply chain innovations. Scott Luton and Greg White from Supply Chain Now will moderate the engaging conversations as they explore the latest advancements that empower a more efficient and nimble logistics network and how savvy supply chain leaders can thrive even during chaotic circumstances. Key takeaways include: · Examining AI-enabled automation and supply chain analytics · Accessing logistics network visibility and variability · Best practices for business continuity and risk management · Customer success story in the face of uncertain times