Alfonso Hernández

At the Gartner Supply Chain Planning Summit in Denver, Scott Luton sat down with Caglar Ozdag, a supply chain leader at ZS. Known for its deep analytics and technology expertise across industries such as life sciences, airlines, consumer goods, and agriculture, ZS has become a trusted partner for organizations looking to elevate their planning and manufacturing performance. Ozdag leads the firm’s supply chain practice with a focus on planning from detailed forecasting through detailed scheduling. As a former practitioner himself—having led planning operations at large global enterprises—he brings a grounded, real-world perspective to the challenges facing today’s supply chain leaders.   Old Problems Persist—and New Ones Are Emerging When asked about classic and emerging challenges in planning, Ozdag didn’t hesitate: firefighting isn’t going away. From supply planning disruptions to last-minute schedule changes, firefighting remains a daily reality. “Life happens,” Ozdag noted. Plans rarely match reality, and organizations must constantly adjust. But today, a new layer has been added: AI uncertainty. Everywhere he goes, leaders are asking the same questions: “Is AI the right investment?” “Will the ROI materialize?” “Are we adopting the right tools, or just chasing hype?” This blend of enduring complexity and emerging skepticism has become a defining…

Whether you’re a seasoned supply chain professional or a newcomer, keeping up with the latest trends, technologies, and best practices is essential for maintaining a competitive edge. One of the most effective ways to do this is by tuning into podcasts that focus on the industry. Here, we introduce three influential podcasts: Supply Chain Now, Logistics with Purpose, and Digital Transformers. Let’s explore each of these supply chain podcasts, covering their topics, episode formats, and why they should be on your must-listen list. Three Supply Chain Podcasts to Keep You Informed We’re spilling the tea on the best supply chain podcasts you need to know. Be sure to check out these three favorites of ours, wherever you get your podcasts. 1. Supply Chain Now Where to listen: https://supplychainnow.com/program/supply-chain-now/ Hosts: Scott Luton and various others Podcast Description We may be a little biased but Supply Chain Now is a leading podcast that provides comprehensive insights into global supply chain performance. Hosted by Scott Luton and his team of industry-veteran co-hosts from companies like Amazon, P&G, and Nordstrom, this podcast covers a wide range of topics, including logistics, transportation, technology, and innovation. Supply Chain Now has been featured in the Apple Podcasts…