Supply chain planners in high-tech don’t just manage shipments; they’re crisis managers, data detectives, and sometimes, referees in a high-stakes game of inventory tug-of-war. Why do these planners find themselves huddled in “war rooms,” surrounded by spreadsheets and urgent emails?
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The Power of Partnership in Supply Chain Automation
In today’s fast-changing world of logistics and manufacturing, one truth is clear: there’s no hiding from automation. Whether you’re a global enterprise or a growing regional player, success depends on choosing the right technology—and, just as importantly, the right partner.
The Buzz: The Future of Cold Chain Logistics with Deposco and ColdTrack
In today’s episode of Supply Chain Now, we discuss the paramount significance of accuracy and customer experience within the realm of cold chain logistics, as exemplified by the groundbreaking initiative from ColdTrack, which has introduced an unprecedented…
Fulfillment Potential: The Strategic Impact of Robotics in 3PL Operations
In this episode of Supply Chain Now, Scott Luton sits down with Bryan Wright, CTO and COO at G10 Fulfillment, and Cody Upp, Head of Marketing, Sales and Solutions at Zebra Robotics Automation, to explore how next-generation automation is reshaping third-party logistics.
5 questions I frequently get asked about automating operations with AI
Operators are under pressure. They’re expected to move faster, do more with less, and somehow keep everything running smoothly while their systems, tools, and data are a mess. Now, AI is adding a whole new layer. On one hand, it’s exciting. The potential is real. On the other, a lot of teams feel stuck. They know they should be using AI, but they’re not sure where it fits into their day-to-day work…
The Power of a Hybrid Approach: 5 Reasons to Combine Your In-house Team + 3PL
In this episode of Supply Chain Now, Scott Luton hosts a discussion with Ryan Hanson, Chief Supply Chain Officer at Staples, and Shannon Vaillancourt, CEO and President at RateLinx, with a conversation focused on optimizing supply chain performance through a hybrid logistics…
Distribution Strategy & Operations Insights with The Distribution Guy®, Will Quinn
In this episode of Supply Chain Now, hosts Scott Luton and Tevon Taylor sit down with Will Quinn, supply chain consultant at CAMM Consulting and better known as The Distribution Guy® to unpack the evolving world of warehousing and distribution.
The Buzz: Cyber Risks in the Transportation Sector
On today’s episode of The Buzz, we dive into the critical topics impacting global supply chain. Welcome to The Buzz! This week, hosts Scott Luton and Kevin L. Jackson welcome special guest Kim Winter, Founder and Global Managing Director of Logistics Executive Group, to the show…
From Inbox to Action: How Supply Chains Are Automating the Mess Away
In this episode of Supply Chain Now, hosts Scott W. Luton and Kevin L. Jackson sit down with Antonio Bustamante, CEO of bem, to explore how automation is reshaping the supply chain landscape in 2025. Together, they unpack the hidden costs of manual workflows, the…
The Transformative Power of AI: 3PL Operating Systems
In this episode of Supply Chain Now, hosts Scott Luton and Kim Reuter welcome Lindsey Billing and Paul Boothe for a conversation on how AI is transforming the future of supply chain—from warehouse automation to intelligent forecasting and data-driven decision-making.
Key Insights from the 2025 Gartner Supply Chain Symposium
The latest episode of Supply Chain Now features Scott Luton and Mike Griswold discussing key insights from the Gartner Supply Chain Symposium held in Orlando, Florida.
Driving Supply Chain Transformation Through Innovation, Sustainability, and Trust
In this episode of Supply Chain Now, Scott Luton and Tevon Taylor sit down with Agustin Lopez-Diaz, Senior Vice President of Global Supply Chain for North America at Schneider Electric, to explore how the company is leading a transformative shift in supply chain operations.