Share:

“You’re supposed to be this hot shot engineer [right out of college] and people are looking to you for answers. And what I learned was that, before I went to Mexico, I was working in factories where people had, they were at 45 years in and still working. And so I had to learn respect that the people who have worked there all this time are truly experts.”

-Crystal Davis

 

In this episode of Supply Chain Now, host Scott W. Luton chats with leadership dynamo Crystal Davis, the CEO and founder of The Lean Coach, Inc (TLC). Born and raised in Jackson, Mississippi, Crystal shares intriguing perspective on her journey: from graduating with an Industrial Engineering degree from Mississippi State to working with a wide variety of companies across sectors to develop cultures that win. Learn who advised Crystal to “read books & save money”, to treat people right, and the legendary figures that taught her the core essence of Lean. Crystal will share what one critical thing she sees companies doing to drive successful Continuous Improvement initiatives. And she’ll also share regular mistakes that leaders make when trying to drive change.

More Podcast Episodes

quantum computing paradox
play-button-podcast
podcast-blue-microphone
Podcast
March 25, 2026

The Quantum Paradox: What Supply Chain Leaders Need To Know

What if the next big supply chain breakthrough also creates one of its biggest security risks? In this episode of Supply Chain Now, Scott Luton is joined by Akhilesh Agarwal, President of P2P Solutions and Technology at apexanalytix, and William McNeill, Vice President of Market Intelligence at apexanalytix, for an in-depth discussion on quantum computing’s role in supply chains. They examine how it can improve visibility, risk management, and decision-making. Akhilesh and William stress the importance of preparing now, as waiting could expose companies to risks. The conversation also covers the convergence of quantum computing and AI, enhancing predictive analytics, supply chain modeling, and risk management. The episode concludes with practical steps leaders can take to prepare for quantum disruptions and stay ahead as the technology evolves.   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 Akhilesh Agarwal Connect with William McNeill Learn more about apexanalytix Supply Chain Now Resource Hub Learn more about our hosts Want more Supply Chain Now? We know you can’t get enough Supply Chain Now! Don’t miss…
professionalization
play-button-podcast
podcast-blue-microphone
Podcast
February 21, 2024

Supply Chain Leadership Across Africa: Using Innovation to Transform African Healthcare Supply Chains

How are innovations helping to transform public health supply chains? How are technology providers and analytics specialists working with the health sector to bring cutting-edge capabilities so each person has the health care needed to thrive? During this episode of Supply Chain Now’s Supply Chain Leadership Across Africa series we talk with two people who talk about the importance of innovation for public health supply chains – and what it takes to make innovations sustainable in Africa. Director of VillageReach’s Global Technical Team and experienced health supply chain expert Tapiwa Mukwashi is our first guest. On a day-to-day basis, Tapiwa ensures VillageReach’s various teams across Africa have the technical assistance they need to do their jobs, working closely with vendors such as data analytics company Kapsule to do just that. David Chen, Kapsule’s Co-CEO and Co-Founder, also joins us to explain how his innovation came to market and some of the challenges, successes and lessons learned he has collected along the way. During the conversation, the duo highlight the progress made but emphasize the need for more mature modeling and professionalization of the supply chain to better underpin African health care networks. Here, the importance of skills, infrastructure and technology…

Supply Chain Now – Episode-588

Share: