In this episode of Supply Chain Now, and part of the Supply Chain Leadership Across Africa series, Scott Luton is joined by co-host Clare Fincham of SAPICS, with guests Nicole Petersen from the South African Graduate Employers Association, and Yaseen Ahmid, CEO of Luna, to explore the biggest takeaways from the SAPICS Annual Conference 2025 in Cape Town. Together, they discuss the rising demand for supply chain graduates, the growing emphasis on sustainability skills, and the widening gap between what universities teach and what employers need.
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Supply Chain Leadership Across Africa: Closing the Health Workforce Gender Gap
Today we continue the Supply Chain Leadership Across Africa series as host Scott Luton and special guest host Jenny Froome are joined by Pam Steele, founder and CEO at Pamela Steele Associates, and Rebecca Alban, Senior Manager of Health Systems at Village Reach to discuss the gender imbalance in the global supply chain, particularly in the public health supply chain workforce…
3 Reasons Why Collaborations are Key in Supply Chain
In this new episode of Whiteboard Wisdom, host Scott Luton welcomes Stella Jaqueta, a procurement professional and supply chain enthusiast, to discuss the importance of…
Supply Chain Leadership Across Africa: The Power of Local Solutions & Global Connections
In today’s dynamic consumer landscape, it is essential for businesses to continually adapt and stay ahead of the curve to meet evolving customer demands…
Supply Chain Leadership Across Africa: Are drones the key to broadening access to healthcare in Africa?
Our Supply Chain Leadership Across Africa series continues in earnest with a fascinating discussion around the proposition of using drone technology for social good…
The Supply Chain Buzz featuring Jenny Froome and Dominique Zwinkels
In this special episode of the Buzz, host Scott Luton is joined by guest co-host Jenny Froome from the Supply Chain Leadership in Africa series. They discuss the top…
Unlocking Africa’s Supply Chain Potential: Highlights from the SAPICS 2023 Conference in Cape Town, Part 3
With 54 different countries, different cultures, and great diversity, the continent of Africa certainly faces its own unique set of challenges on the global supply chain stage…
Harnessing Rail Infrastructure, Circular Supply Chain, and AI Technology: Highlights from the SAPICS 2023 Conference in Cape Town, Part 2
In this special episode of Supply Chain Now, we continue coverage from the annual SAPICS 2023 Conference in Cape Town, South Africa, as host Scott Luton interviews the best and brightest…
Collaborative Solutions and Inspiring Conversations: Highlights from the SAPICS 2023 Conference in Cape Town, Part 1
Supply chain management is a crucial aspect of saving lives, as it ensures the efficient flow of essential goods and services. Nowhere is this more evident and more evolving than on the continent of Africa. In this first episode of a three-part series, Scott Luton is reporting from the annual SAPICS Conference in Cape Town, South Africa, learning from the supply chain professionals in attendance…
Making a Commitment to Push Supply Chain Forward featuring Stela Jaqueta and Karen Pretorius
Supply chains are increasingly dependent upon digital tools, data, and automation. And yet, for all that progress, it is still people who ultimately make global supply chains work…
Doing the Right Thing for the Right Reasons featuring Lorraine Jenks
Most people have a job or a profession, but only a lucky few have a mission. The difference between a job and a mission is that when unexpected things happen and you’re on a mission, you recognize that you are starting the next leg of your journey. Circularity and ESG guide Lorraine Jenks is one of the lucky few…
Supply Chain Now Classic: Education, Entrepreneurship & Equity: A Conversation With The Visiola Foundation’s Ladé Araba
There’s a new generation of female entrepreneurs making their way onto the global stage, and we have Ladé Araba to thank for it. As the co-founder of The Visiola Foundation, she’s helping African girls take the reins of their education and build careers in STEM. Join Scott and special co-host Matilda Arhin for this Supply Chain Now Classic episode as they chat with Ladé about her…