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.

Owens Corning, one of the world’s largest manufacturer of roofing shingles, insulation, and doors, needed a fundamental shift in how they managed fuel costs. In this new webinar, join Supply Chain Now hosts Scott Luton and Kim Reuter as they welcome Charlie Dahlke from Owens Corning and Nick Skeen from Breakthrough. Together, they’ll discuss how Breakthrough’s Fuel Recovery solution provided Owens Corning with the foundational framework necessary to drive significant advancements in their fuel management and broader transportation network strategy. Through a strategic partnership with Breakthrough, Owens Corning: • Saw immediate fuel savings within the first month. • Unlocked network-wide efficiencies and a clear path toward decarbonization. • Gained control of their fuel efficiency, bringing it closer to the industry average.