In this episode, host Scott W. Luton shares some of his key takeaways from the recently completed 2021 Supply Chain Insights Global Summit. He also collects observations and key takeaways from Lora Cecere, Kelly Barner and Kevin L. Jackson. Topics range from Digital Transformation to effective leadership to the immensely valuable supply chain planning profession and much, much more.
To learn more about this year’s Summit, visit: https://supplychaininsightsglobalsummit.com/
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