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Survey Results: 2024 Trends and Attitudes in Supply Chain and Sustainability

Ever wondered how supply chains are gearing up for the future in a world driven by technology and sustainability?

In this episode, host Scott W. Luton sits down with Dr. Dinesh Davè, Director and Professor of Supply Chain Management at Appalachian State University, and Evan Junker, Chief Growth Officer at SPARQ360, to explore the cutting-edge trends shaping supply chain management today. They dive deep into the findings from the 2024 Supply Chain Trends and Attitudes Report, revealing how companies are prioritizing investments in AI, predictive analytics, and supply chain visibility platforms to stay ahead.

Listeners will gain insights into the critical factors driving supply chain decisions, from customer demands to regulatory compliance, and how collaboration across supply chain is becoming more essential than ever. Plus, learn about the strategies companies are using to close the sustainability investment gap and the role of younger, tech-savvy talent in shaping the future of supply chains.

This episode is hosted by Scott Luton, and produced by Amanda Luton and Katherine Hintz.

Additional Links & Resources

Check out all the great resources and information mentioned during the show:

Watch this episode NOW on YouTube: https://youtu.be/X8_kZ4qbUV0
Check out the episode transcript here: https://bit.ly/4e04Sia
Download your copy of the survey results: https://sparq360.com/trendsandattitudes/
Learn more about Supply Chain Management at Appalachian State University: https://marketing.appstate.edu/supply-chain-management
Connect with Evan Junker: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evanjunker/
Connect with Dr. Dinesh Dave’: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-dinesh-dave-a85b6713/
Learn more about our hosts: https://supplychainnow.com/about

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