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Reflections & Projections: Global Supply Chain in 2024 & 2025

In this episode, host Scott W. Luton is joined by Mike Griswold, Vice President Analyst at Gartner, for a thought-provoking discussion on the most impactful supply chain trends of 2024 and bold predictions for 2025. Together, they explore how advancements in generative AI are reshaping supply chain operations and the renewed emphasis on investing in people to drive innovation and productivity.

Mike shares insights from Gartner’s Supply Chain Top 25, spotlighting companies like P&G for their mastery of digital innovation and Diageo for leveraging sustainability as a business driver. The conversation also delves into AstraZeneca’s ambitious plans for carbon neutrality and medical breakthroughs by 2030. For supply chain leaders, this episode highlights the importance of adopting proven technologies in innovative ways, prioritizing employee well-being, and embracing sustainability as a path to both profitability and positive change.

This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and produced by Joshua Miranda.

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