Global supply chains are at an inflection point as geopolitical uncertainty collides with rapid AI advancement and rising performance expectations. Leaders must decide when to invest, where to modernize, and how to stay ahead. In this episode of Supply Chain Now, Scott Luton is joined by Mike Griswold, Vice President Analyst at Gartner, to reflect on insights from Manifest 2026 and the evolving role of supply chain leadership. Together, they explore practical AI adoption, the growing importance of augmentation over automation, and how supply chains are stepping into more strategic, decision-shaping roles. Scott and Mike discuss the shift from AI experimentation to real-world use cases that solve specific business problems. They emphasize the importance of integrating technology with strong processes, particularly in Sales and Operations Planning, and maintaining clarity between planning and execution. The conversation concludes with perspectives on investment timing, competitive advantage, and how leaders can confidently navigate uncertainty while building stronger, more resilient supply chains.   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: Connect with Mike Griswold Learn more about Gartner…

Everybody’s favorite socks come with quite the impact. Operating from a one-purchased, one-donated model, Bombas has made 50 million donations to homeless shelters since their start in 2013. They’ve also got 3,500 giving partners across the U.S – and another 4,000 on the waitlist. So who better to give pointers on how to get up and running with charitable giving than Bombas VP of Giving Kelly Cobb? As we look forward to the 100th episode of Logistics with Purpose, tune into this crossover episode and learn more about the Bombas mission and how it has evolved – and stay for the invaluable best practices that can help you activate your company’s charitable purpose.