Data visibility can reshape procurement and supply chain management. In this episode, hosts Scott W. Luton and Allison Giddens are joined by Ashley Greuel and Jeff Gillmer from OMNIA Partners to explore the critical importance of spend visibility for business leaders navigating the complexities of 2024. Tune in for practical insights on leveraging data integration and automation to minimize manual errors and maximize organizational impact. Learn about the strategic role of group purchasing organizations (GPOs) in complementing procurement efforts and uncovering cost-saving opportunities, especially for smaller businesses. With a blend of expert advice, future trends in AI and machine learning, and lighthearted banter, this episode provides actionable steps and encourages a community-driven approach to embracing technological advancements in the supply chain sector. This engaging conversation not only highlights current challenges but also offers a roadmap for aligning teams toward common goals and thriving amidst global uncertainties.

Every year, Americans return nearly a trillion dollars’ worth of products. But once those items leave our hands, most of us never think about where they go—or what happens next. In Remade in America, hosted by Deborah Dull, Supply Chain Now takes listeners inside the little-known world of reverse logistics, where returned products are sorted, resold, recycled, repaired, or too often, discarded. What emerges is a complex and fragmented system struggling to capture more than $200 billion in lost value—along with critical materials that could power a more resilient, sustainable economy. This special feature explores the people, processes, and infrastructure behind returns, revealing both the challenges and the massive untapped opportunity hidden in plain sight. From outdated systems and disconnected networks to innovative approaches reshaping how products are recovered and reused, Remade in America uncovers what’s really happening after “return” is clicked. Along the way, Deborah asks a provocative question: Is “Made in America” still the right goal—or is the future about something more powerful? What if the real opportunity isn’t just making more, but making better use of what we already have? Through expert insights, real-world stories, and on-the-ground perspectives, Remade in America redefines how we think about returns,…